Tag: children
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Motherhood
Take 1 cup of Mama Bear love, the kind where you would lay down your own life to protect theirs.Take 2 dollops of awe, the kind where you just can’t fathom these little people, full of their own thoughts, feelings, opinions and talents.Add 3 pinches of rituals, the kind that included Friday night pizza and…
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Snow Squall
Today we had a snow squall in my little part of the world. I got warnings on my phone that it was coming, but I was deep into a reading lesson with my little 3rd grade guy who works so hard and is so sweet. When we wrapped, I looked out the window and saw…
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One Heart
I think I’ve always thought of usas having two hearts -a literal one and a figurative one.The literal one gives us life,pumping blood throughout our bodies,delivering oxygen and nutrients to our cells,and removing waste;a muscle that needs to be protected,maintained, and strengthened.That heart is literally our life giver.The figurative heart was different, separate;love an abstract…
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Parent Teacher Conferences
Tonight kicked off parent teacher conferences for my district, a time when both parties get to come together as partners to compare notes on our shared child. I love these meetings, as I gain so much insight into my students by looking at and speaking to the bigger version in front of me! In some…
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National Poetry Month-Recipe for Motherhood
4 heaping cups of Mama bear, lay down my life love 1 cup each of awe and inspiration, gratitude and joy 1/2 cup each of patience, empathy and compassion 3T each of structure, discipline and expectations Generously sprinkle in laughter and humor Fold in snuggles and hugs Remove any sense of having control (ever again!)…
The Journey Inward 