I was told a very inspiring true story recently that I would love to share with you. I only hope I can do this story justice. A lady was told she couldn’t have children, so without trying she found herself pregnant quickly! She was overcome with awe, amazement, wonder, gratitude, love and excitement. So she […]
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The more I pull back from my kids time wise, the more they pull back from me, physically, mentally and emotionally. I am a firm believer that if you care about someone then you would not let anything stand in the way of spending time with them – unknown I remember a great speaker and
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It’s hard to know exactly what it is. It might be my tummy, particularly the squishiest bit. It might be my perfume, or even my natural scent. It could be my hands when I pat him off to sleep. Or even the snuggle I give him on the couch. I’m not sure if it’s there
It’s too easy to get lost in a whirlwind of teenage emotion and lose your focus as a parent. A lack of confidence and clarity will undermine anyone’s efforts. These six “go-to” strategies are my favourite (most recited) tips for parents. They aren’t new strategies. They are the golden oldies that work! I learnt many
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Life happens in stages, we need to embrace each one. We don’t always get to choose which stage comes next. We do get to choose whether we’re going to be miserable or not. Lynnette has been diagnosed with breast cancer, and is undergoing treatment. She has chosen not to be miserable. She is beautiful, strong,
It’s the holiday season and you’re heading to the beach. You know it’s important to protect yourself from the sun so you take sunscreen, a hat, a beach umbrella, sunnies and a rashie shirt. But why do some of us still find ourselves getting caught out by sunburn – having to sheepishly sport red
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The way we parent has a profound impact on the outcomes our children experience. There are four main parenting styles. Which one sounds like you: Authoritarian parents are down the line strict. They’re less concerned about their children’s feelings, and more concerned about following the rules. Permissive parents are relaxed about rules – if they
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The other night I was watching the news. Catching glimpses of the devastation following Typhoon Haiyan. I watched on. Feeling a million miles away.
Then there was a close up of a little boy crying. About the same age as my Tyson. The reporter explained that he and his family had gone without food and clean water for 3 days.
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On Saturday I dropped my daughter off at Marina Mirage to do a school assignment with her friends. On the way home there was a FREE car wash. That’s always music to my ears. So why on earth would people give up a beautiful Saturday morning to wash cars for other people… FOR FREE???? These
Now I’m a Nonna and have raised my own children, I can relax and watch as my son parents his little girl. I think back to myself as a young mum and I wonder what words of wisdom I could share with her. The things I know now – hmmm… I’m always learning and growing
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