I have this anguishing nagging in my gut about not wanting to “do it again”. I have even said “I can’t do this again”. I stomp my feet, put my hands on my hips, and pronounce that “I won’t do it again”. Talk about resistance! Whoa, have I been resisting! What is this thing I […]
Turning “I Can’t” into “I Can”: Pandemic Acceptance Read More »
When the boys were old enough to begin to make any resemblance of a meal, (i.e. PB& J, grilled cheese, frozen pizza, a bowl of cereal) I would often say to their question of what’s for lunch/dinner? “Fend for yourself”. This was a phrase I learned from my boundary setting mother! I am very pleased
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My mother tells this wonderful story of her first year in school. My sister and I have laughed about this story for years while knowing that the story also underscored the essence of my mother still today. Recently, I found a new nugget in this story and I wanted to share that with you. My
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