Tag: encouragement
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Never Underestimate The Power Of A Cuke
Looking at a lowly cucumber, one would never guess its potential as a weapon. Or something you’d have to warn your kids to be careful to use. I’m living–and hurting–proof that there’s more to a common cucumber than a salad fixin’. I was shopping with my youngest, getting vegetables to make a salad for…
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Let’s Go Ride A Bike
I learned to ride a bike when I was five. I’d be on that bike every chance I could get. Back in the day, it was safer to ride around neighborhoods. Explore places I hadn’t been on foot. Not be afraid of vacant lots or railroad tracks. The older I’ve gotten, the less I’ve ridden.…
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The New Three-Second Rule
My husband’s aunt was a fastidious lady. Today she’d be called a germaphobe. Each night she’d clean her kids’ toys with boric acid to make sure they were germ free and could carry nothing infectious. I’ve never been quite that way. With our kids–really, with anyone’s kids–I’ve always maintained a three-second rule. If food falls…
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Channeling My Mitty
When you’re around babies, it’s easy to dream. What will they be when they grow up? (I’m still asking myself that question.) What will they enjoy doing? What will they be good at? Dreaming is the springboard to trying. It’s where we all begin and get past where we are. It’s hope with great potential.…
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Random Acts Of Love, Kindness And Fun
What do you get when you bring seven opinionated women together, one of whom is a bride-to-be, and try to make a decision? A lot of laughter, a lot of talk and no decision. I was designated mom this past weekend as my daughters, daughter-in-law and I converged on Denver to help Courtney think through…
