“A mother cannot give birth to a child and not lose a piece of herself. The child takes a part … More
Tag: PARENTING
FOREVER NO LIST REINSTATED
When my children were children, I created what I called a “forever no” list. If anything on this list was … More
RESILIENCE OF CHILDREN
“If there’s one thing I’ve learned in all my time working with children, if I could whittle those years down … More
WHERE THERE IS LOVE
“Where there is love there is life.” ― Mahatma Gandhi
MY CHILDREN
“In my eyes, you’re every age you’ve ever been. All at the same time. And always perfect.” Anni Taylor, Stranger … More
ADULTING
“I could remember what it was like to be four, thinking that the adults were in control. When you became … More
IMMUNIZE AGAINST SUFFERING
“Mom always said people worried too much about their children. Suffering when you’re young is good for you, she said. … More
LOVE DOES NOT INSIST ON ITS OWN WAY
“I convinced myself I owed him for loving me. No child should ever feel such a thing.” Sejal Badani, Trail … More
CHILDREN NOW
The children now love luxury: the show disrespect for elders and love chatter in place of exercise. Rodica Doehnert
THE SECRET TO GETTING AHEAD
The secret to getting ahead is getting started (Mark Twain). Taking the very first step in any endeavor is the … More
PARENTS ARE PEOPLE TOO
“It’s a terrible thing when a child is stripped of his perception that his parents are perfect. Kids want to … More
LOVE NEVER ENDS
Love is patient; love is kind; love is not envious or arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its … More
