A moment without judgment–maybe some poems will help This moment without judgment–I needed some inspiration this week, and I thought of this poem (the first stanza is below). Because peace …
Thanksgiving approaches–the practice of thankfulness
The practice of thankfulness–it’s important right now. I’ve been feeling sad about Thanksgiving coming this year. It’s a Thanksgiving I won’t be spending with my family–and it’s my favorite holiday. …
Paddle boarding–or I make a big splash!
This past Wednesday, I went paddle boarding for the very first time. It was the last day my daughter, Gabi, was here. And she wanted to go. I’ve gotten braver …
Waffling–or my life as a waffle
I’m still waffling–still feeling the opposite of ennui (which I wrote about last week). No decision seems right at the moment. Waffling Wikipedia has this to say about “waffle“: Waffle …
The conscious parenting journey in poetry
Conscious Parenting This morning, I listened to a Masterclass (on the Calm app) on the conscious parenting journey presented by Dr. Shefali Tsabari. At the end of this class, she …
Cultivating resilience–we really need it right now!
In the past few years, in early childhood circles, we’ve talked a lot about cultivating resilience. Resilience is defined as: 1. the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness. “the …
Soul Blossoming A to Z: Q is for Quiet
Quiet: making little or no noise Silence: complete absence of sound Happy Poetry Friday–and Happy Q-Day Today’s Poetry Friday is hosted by The Poem Farm. You can follow this link …
Soul Blossoming A to Z: O is for Observe
Observe: notice or perceive (something) and register it as being significant. Welcome to Day 15 of Soul Blossoming A to Z Today’s letter: Today’s blooming topic: Observe! In order …
Soul Blossoming A to Z: M is for Meditating
Meditating/ Meditate: think deeply or focus one’s mind for a period of time, in silence or with the aid of chanting, for religious or spiritual purposes or as a method …
Soul Blossoming A to Z: B is for Breathe
Breathe: to draw air in and expel it from the lungs: Respire (Merriam Webster) Breathing in, I calm body and mind, Breathing out, I smile, Dwelling in the present moment, …