So many things in our world are upsetting. We have so many reasons to fear. But in the midst of us are these children of ours who are like sponges and we can help them soak up so much good: … Continue reading A Brighter Tomorrow for Today’s Parenting “Heroes”
Today I deposited my child into the hands of complete strangers. Actually paid them to take her. That’s kind of bizarre, isn’t it? Sorta like the first time you leave your kid at a new daycare, except with summer camp, … Continue reading Summer Camp: my worst idea yet?
Antigua Guatemala. International city of delight. And a reminder of the pains of humanity. Las Obras. Continue reading What I learned in 90 minutes at Las Obras
Loving and being loved by a Mayan community in the Guatemalan highlands. Continue reading Receiving more than giving
Life-changing, soul-filling moments with Mayans Continue reading Royal guests in a Mayan village
Emism (EHM-iz-um): A quip or quote from my daughter Emily, written for posterity. Well before blogging was within my line of sight, I frequently emailed stories of conversations with Emily to my family and friends. Since starting the WordsnCoffee blog … Continue reading By popular demand: Emisms from the past
I make a sincere effort to help my fourth-grade daughter understand the difference between needing things and wanting things. She has always been encouraged to earn her own spending money and save it for items or activities she wants that … Continue reading The Cost of Conscious Parenting
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