My girls take after their engineer father and they love Lego. But I have noticed that Miss Control (almost 4) really prefers to build, and while building is fun for Miss Chaos (2), her real joy comes from tearing down said building. You can (I'm sure) well imagine the ensuing discussions! It takes time to … Continue reading lessons from lego
the encouragers …strength for the challenge
When I watch a sporting final and the victor thanks the crowd for their support, I often feel like it is a rote thing. Like Grammy winners thanking God, or Oscar winners thanking the Academy. Yet today, I can relate to the sportspeople (and those who know my athletic ability will be astounded by this!) … Continue reading the encouragers …strength for the challenge
In my mind’s eye
I love that it is so easy for me to take a photo or video of my kids. I can pick up my phone and capture those little moments of play, the sweet touches, the funny, the messy and the ridiculous. Yet there are times when it is better for me to just be in … Continue reading In my mind’s eye
sanity
I have been having a hard few weeks. Take it as read that the details would bore you and further depress me. I have a lot of support from family in getting through the day-to day practicalities and difficulties, but the people who look after my sanity are my girl-friends. So here is a thank … Continue reading sanity
the gentle nudge
I find it really interesting how gentle comments and nudges can be so effective in encouraging me. I have been thinking about blogging again for a while now (New year and all of that). But despite all my good intentions, it was a gentle nudge from Roaming Mum Al that actually got me writing instead … Continue reading the gentle nudge