Posted on November 30, 2020
I’d like to say Happy Monday Funday or something cheery like that. But honestly, I’m not feeling it. If anything, I’m feeling tried, tested, and over the edge. I felt like this yesterday and woke up feeling the same today. This past Friday was my parent’s SIXTIETH wedding anniversary, so needless to say I’ve had every reason to celebrate. In fact, my siblings, nieces and nephews, kids, and I spent the week planning for that grand day: First, on Thursday, there…
Posted on November 20, 2020
Our children’s minds were designed to learn, explore, discover, and create! Children are hard-wired to test ideas, find answers, and try things over and over again to find a solution that works. They crave opportunities where they can let their growing minds run wild! HOW can we capitalize on this and provide them with toys and products for the holidays to nurture this hard-wired curiosity? Join Kristin Bednarz and I, along with leading developmental toy companies, in this FREE online…
Posted on October 5, 2020
We rented a home on the water in San Diego this past week, and it was truly refreshing to get away with the family. At first I wasn’t sure if it was a good vacation idea to go from one home to another. So much work went into the prep—planning groceries, meals, and snacks for 7 people for 7 days. My kids all were COVID -19 tested to keep Grandma (who lives with us) safe and healthy. My parents also…
Posted on July 12, 2020
When I published my first book five years ago, I had no idea where it would take me. I came into it with a clean slate, with no preconceived ideas, plans, or strategies for where I was going. I truly had a beginner’s mind—curious, open, willing to surrender to what would show up. The only promise I made to myself was to enjoy every moment, and, when I didn’t, that would be a cue for me to step back. I…
Posted on June 19, 2020
The BEST gift we can give our fathers is family harmony! As we get ready to make family plans for Father’s day, make sure you’re taking into account the life lessons we have learned from our daily life in this pandemic. Don’t let fear and worry spawn chaos and disconnection. Communicate, take everything into consideration, and make sure every party is comfortable with creating a safe environment to reconnect with. Feel free to watch this video on Instagram or Facebook….
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