In retrospect now, I realize that my mother raised a concerned and involved citizen. Such a path did not guarantee my happiness, but it certainly helped.
safe stable nurturing relationships
Relate – Rupture – Repair; Repeat
We should always be prepared to Relate (while regulated) – (deal with the inevitable) Rupture – (actively) Repair.
Love and Gardening
Gardening provides for the beauty around us. Gardening is nurturing nature, just like we should be nurturing each other.
I Believe
Thinking developmentally is crucial for the care of children in the 21st century and beyond. We now have excellent science that can guide us to help build healthy children, nurturing families and communities that care.
Victor Hugo revisited
Victor Hugo was a profound storyteller. Through his works of fiction, he has relayed powerful messages about the human condition and he has suggested ways to honestly address them.
Change is a parenting constant – Part III
Change will “attempt” to affect transitions but our preparedness for change can bolster our strengths and minimize our weaknesses.