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#38–I Experience Beauty Every Day!
I Experience Beauty Every Day! I don’t live next to the formidable beauty of the ocean, or the awe-inspiring, verdant forest. But, I have a window and a door. And through my window, and outside my door, I experience beautyRead More »
#37 — I Learned Many Things From My Mother
Today is my mother's birthday. She passed away many years ago. Had she lived, she would have been 111 today. I learned many things from my mother, I believe, even though she and I had very different lives in very different times.Read More »
#44– I’m Bored, What Should I Do?
It's Spring Break. You and your family might be taking a trip. But if you're not, your children might be saying, "I'm bored. What Should I do?" The phrase "I'm bored" is one of my least favorite things to hear from kids.Read More »
#25 — Small Kindnesses
Kindness can be one of the most powerful lessons we learn. Teach your children. Demonstrate to your family. When's the last time you did something just because?Read More »
#49 — Happy Scents
Observing scents around us enhances the enjoyment and understanding of our world. When we talk to our children about what we are observing, they learn to connect what they are noticing, too. Aromas are connected to memories of our past. What are some of your Happy Scents?Read More »