I know how difficult it is. My years of parenting are laden with mistakes and omissions. I left a trail of tears (mine, theirs) during the formative years, but since they are grown and have turned into decent people, I think I can safely say we also did a few things right along the way. I’ve taken […]
Learning To Say No
Saying no has never been easy for me. When it comes to avoidance of what I need for myself, I’m a yes girl. Another slice of pie? Yes, please. Want to blow off class and go to the mall? Yes, I sure do! Can you watch my dog for the day? Okay, no problem. Can you come help […]
To Quietly Love You
She’s trying to quietly love you. Love you from a space that’s her own, a space not crowding yours. Love you without so much advice. She’s trying to quietly love you now. Love you without using the words would, could, and should. Love you without being afraid. A mother is afraid, you know. Yes, she’s fierce, but she’s afraid too. That will never change. […]
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