For as long as I can remember, I have always appreciated silence especially while I was working. I had friends who listened to music while they studied, but it never worked for me. I tried classical music, but it was never the type of music that was the problem. It was any type of sound…
Tag: Joy
Facets of Adult Friendships: A Quick Overview of My Trip to Mexico City
During a recent trip to Mexico, I had time to reflect on the importance of different aspects of friendships.
Our First Family Camping Trip
We all had a blast on our first camping trip as a family of 5. I could not have asked for more.
Fun in the Sun in San Francisco
One of the most fun days that we have had in years
Friday Freewrite: Our Favorite School Affair
We set aside a time each Friday for the kids to tell me their stories, and it is a cherished block every week…as are the times that they let our friends read their stories out loud.
Learning New Skills for the Joy of It
I learned to draw and to crochet over the last year, not so that I could be more productive but so that I could enjoy more activities.
The New (To Me) World of Classical Culture
As part of our homeshcool this year, we dove into some of the classics, including painters, composers, and poets.
Book Review: The Brave Learner by Julie Bogart
I love reading nonfiction books, but I am not magnetized to them the way I am to novels. However, I had a hard time putting this one down. There were so many nuggets to help me flourish in my relationship with my kids. Highly, highly recommend.
Tennessee Training: Learning Important Lessons about Motherhood on Vacation
I don’t often consider vacation a time for learning life lessons, but this trip to Tennessee provided some important insights.
When Discipline Becomes an Unexpected Gift
Following through on consequences can be one of the great challenges of parenting.