Liquorless Gatherings
Alcohol has become a much too depended upon social lubricant. Many social gatherings are based upon the consumption of alcohol. After three years of intentionally choosing not to drink, I can say I have more fun now then I did…
Mind
Connecting Children to the Earth
First things first, if you want children to connect to the living world, turn off the screens in your home and get outside. The best way to create a connection to the earth is to get outdoors and explore the…
Traditions
Today, I attended a Remembrance Day ceremony with my grandparents, mother and brothers. We paid homage to those who passed on before us, and shared in the memories of our family members. Really not every person who walks this earth…
Inducing Shame
The way we talk to children has profound and lasting effects upon them. Keep in mind, parents are rock stars in the eyes of their children; therefore, the words parents speak matter. Name-calling and using put downs around children teach…
Poverty and Education
As an educator, I am all too aware of the correlation between literacy and poverty. I have taught many children over the years who have not had the opportunity to develop and flourish within their education experience as a result…
Care Free
Being present in the moment allows people to be free of fears and worries. When we allow ourselves to live in the present moment, our egos do not have a hold on our conscious mind. When I dance and sing,…
A Dog’s Love
A dog’s love is unconditional. You can leave your dog alone for five minutes, and they are happy to see you as soon as you open the door. Dogs make mistakes; however, they acknowledge them and do their best to…
Bowl of Cherries
Life isn’t always a bowl of cherries; however, it isn’t always bad. Thankfully, we have a choice in the perspective we choose to take. Let’s face it, as North Americans, we have won the birth lottery jackpot. Right now, there…
Talk on the Phone
Talking on the phone is becoming a lost form of communication. Adolescents today think texting is the norm, and often avoid speaking on the phone. Texting does not equate intimacy. When you talk on the phone you can hear inflections…
Guts and Prayer
Whatever you are passionate about deserves your time and attention. Go for what you want with determination and grace. I strongly suggest adding prayer into your hopes and desires. Sometimes, you have to get out of your Higher Power’s way…