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Sharing our HOMES and our HEARTS
As published in Senior Living Magazine, February 2013 When I first told others we were all moving in together, the most common refrain was “It might work for you, but there is no way I could live with my mom.” And while I understood others’ reluctance, it was a dream to raise our three small […]
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Finding True NORTH
What if instead of raising children, we raised them UP – to the light, to stand up and face forward What if instead of feeling honoured to have them, we felt honoured that they chose us What if we considered them a gift and a privilege and took our place in line, humbled by their […]
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Christmas presents – it’s a spelling mistake
At this time of year, people can be overheard asking others what present they would like for Christmas. I think there’s been a mistake, a simple spelling mistake. I think the word is ‘presence’ not ‘presents’. I think what we need to do is get ‘present’ and give the gift of time. I have never […]
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Talking With Your Mouth Full
Anyone who knows our family knows that sharing our Family Dinner Table is something we value and hold dear. For as long as I can remember, we have been enjoying daily meals with family, friends, neighbours, and strangers. Friends have asked me what makes it work, and I say it works because the rules have […]
