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The Note
It was moments after we finished saying bedtime prayers. She made solid eye contact with me. She held my gaze without looking away. As she did, her eyes slowly filled. Tears. First filling … [Read More...]
So, They Are Canadian, Eh? And now… How To Become A U.S. Citizen
Now, you may or may not know this, but I'm Canadian. As in, I was born there. I haven't lived there since I was itty-bitty - I was raised in California - which, if you know me, makes MUCH more … [Read More...]
I Believe: I Just *Might* Be Doing Something Right….
I spend a lot of time doubting myself when it comes to parenting. Am I feeding them enough vegetables? Why, oh WHY did I ever let them sleep with me? What if I can't equip them with everything … [Read More...]
I Believe In: Letting Your Kids Try.
I think a lot about my small people: Who they are growing up to be and how I can be guiding them. Am I always shaping them with the love I intend, or do I let life, impatience and my own to-do list … [Read More...]
The Kindness of Strangers: Poetry of The Heart
Yesterday I wrote a post about my friend Gina. The post hurt to write. Gina has had a hell of a year. In one year's time she lost her husband in a tragic car accident, battled and beat colon … [Read More...]
More Precious Than Gold
One year ago today I sat in an airport and cried. Stunned I wiped tears, I ignored looks, I choked on my own words as I called to tell my husband what I had just learned. My friend Gina's husband … [Read More...]
25 Things I Believe for 2012….
I believe in bear hugs and belly laughs. I believe one look into my children's eyes will always make the world seem brighter. I believe in 'yes days'. I believe in ear-to-ear smiles, giggles … [Read More...]
Featured Videos
The Mom’s Home Office: 3 Steps To Creating A Room of Your Own
Working from home isn’t easy when you AREN’T a mom, but when you add MOM to the mix… it is a whole new juggle.
It requires a special level of patience, an ability to compartmentalize and don’t forget – you must become a master at organization. (do as I say….not as I do…. Just ask my husband! he is still waiting for me to master organization!)
Also: make sure to sit down with your family before you begin your work-at-home journey. It is best for both YOU and your family (your significant other and your children) to understand how this is going to work and what to expect. The fewer surprises along the way, the better for everyone involved!
Aliza and I talked about this in Mom, Incorporated and I was delighted to join one of my favorite anchors, Virginia Kerr, on Great Day St. Louis (KMOV) this morning to talk about tips to creating that Home Office Space and truly creating a room of your own.
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My 7 Year Old Conquers Her Fear and Sings Seasons of Love
This will be the year of conquering fears, I can feel it.
I already went ice skating. And that was huge. I was certain I was going to break a hip. And not only did I MANAGE, I actually had fun. Turns out my small girl was scared too.
We helped each other.
One of my favorite quotes of all time is this one by Eleanor Roosevelt. I see it on my fridge every day. To my sweet 7 year old, the quote itself is scary. Do something every day that is scary? No. Thankyouverymuch.
But I believe it is good for the soul. So I am trying. And I encourage her every chance I get.
Though, to be fair, when you are seven, it is easy to be scared of being scared every day…. so I’m not pushing. But this? Her allowing me to post this video her singing? Well, it is big. Huge. Monstrous. Initially she didn’t even want to let me video her while she sang. And then she relented. Because she knows listening to her (over and over again) brings me joy. And I think she was smart enough to realize if I had her on video, I might not request her in person quite as often. Knowing her hesitations about singing ‘in front of people’, I didn’t even ask her about putting it online.
I waited.
And then SHE came to ME.
Just an offhand comment.
“Mommy… you can put my video on YouTube if you want…”
Here she is.
