I was excited when my first child started preschool at age 3. I was new to parenting and eager to learn. In the first week of school, a Tea Party was organised for parents and teachers to get to know one another. It was also an avenue for parents to help teachers know more […]
Never Trivialize Someone Else’s Struggles: No Problem is Too Small Read More »
This is by far my favourite Valentine’s Day story; one I have shared with family and friends over time. On that fateful Valentine’s Eve, almost four decades ago, it felt like a silly and devastating thing to happen. Today, when I look at how commercialised Valentine’s Day has become, the story no longer feels silly
No-Spend Valentine’s Day: You Don’t Need Money to Prove Love Read More »
As the year draws to a close and the world slows down for a moment of reflection, something beautiful also happens. We begin to notice the glow of lights everywhere, the familiar melodies of Christmas carols in the air, the warmth of gatherings, and the quiet stirrings of joy. Christmas is here, not just as
49 Prayerful Christmas Messages Inspired by My Favourite Carols Read More »
Christmas has not always been my favourite time of the year. In fact, as a child, I dreaded this season. My Christmas was wrapped in beautiful dresses, sumptuous food, and sparkling decorations, but besides all these, it was a season of intense family drama. Secondly, because Christmas coincides with the end of the year, it
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Many parents spend two to three decades in active parenting when they have multiple children spaced well apart. The first child arrives with excitement and enthusiasm to energetic parents who have zero parenting experience. They are the subject of experimental parenting. The second and subsequent births come into experience. But by the time the last
Last Born Syndrome vs Tired Parent Syndrome: A Message to All Read More »
Thanksgiving Day is a day of reflection and expression of gratitude for the blessings of the year. While we share the festivity with family and friends, let’s remember the real reason for the season. Here are 21 short prayers to start the celebration: Lord, thank You for Your bountiful blessings: for the seasons of
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