One morning I found my daughter trying to sticky-tape the buckle back onto her favourite school shoes. The velcro that felt like cotton wool and scuffed toes, had for weeks given me the clue that these shoes were on their way out. But my daughter had been in denial, and it wasn't until that morning … Continue reading on seasons, gratitude and holding things lightly
actually it’s not all about me on Mother’s day
I have had a wonderful Mother's Day, being thoroughly spoilt by my girls (with quite a lot of assistance from Mr). I have enjoyed celebrating with my church family, and my mum and I'm looking forward to celebrating with my mother-in-law this evening. But something about all this praise and focus on me is bugging … Continue reading actually it’s not all about me on Mother’s day
time to … celebrate
My youngest had her 4th birthday yesterday. So on the weekend we had a little party for her friends. And last night the grandparents joined us for dinner and we made a big fuss of her (as you do). I also helped in her kindy class yesterday. The teacher called her up the front and … Continue reading time to … celebrate
the gratitude jar
I love pinterest and at this time of year there are all sorts of pins about great habits or practices for the year ahead. The gratiude jar is one. The concept is that write down all the things you are thankful for each day, and then reflect at the end of the year. You may … Continue reading the gratitude jar
gratitude
As part of my efforts to live lighter this year I keep coming back to the notion of gratitude. The idea of finding something to be grateful for in every circumstance. I have the phrase "attitude of gratitude" going through my head constantly (in a cheesy American accent) and although outwardly I cringe every time … Continue reading gratitude