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Discipline is Easier Than You Think

Saturday, January 9th, 2016

I was the youngest of 5 kids and I don’t remember needing a lot of discipline back in the late 70s and through the 80s. I do remember one good spanking that my mom gave me when I was five because I wouldn’t share my tricycle with my neighbor. I got a choice, I could share or get a spanking….

Becoming Worthy of Imitation

Sunday, May 11th, 2014

I was new to the Waldorf School when I first heard the idea of “being worthy of imitation” from my son’s nursery teacher. Immediately I was intrigued. Although it sounded quite daunting, the words were so beautiful and inspiring. I loved the refinement of being “worthy” of being imitated. The concept raised the standard of what I thought was menial…

Stepping Into Motherhood With Conviction

Monday, April 28th, 2014

I find that I tread very lightly and, sometimes, nervously, into conversations with other women and mothers about my belief that mothers are the best caregivers for their little ones. I do so because the last thing I want to do is create any guilt within another mother nor do I believe any mother can judge another. At the same…

All Behavior is a Symptom

Monday, June 13th, 2011

It’s absolutely true that parenting young children is a task like none other. You have to be willing to live up to it, ground yourself, remember the big picture. There is sleeplessness and trying times of tears and tantrums that can be hard on the nerves, and the daily chores of meals, cleaning, and caring for the needs of children…

Noble Mother Articles

Wednesday, September 15th, 2010

Hello! It is such an honor to have mamas read my blog posts here at Noble Mother. Rather than strive to maintain a weekly blog, my posts are now available as articles so that you can always access information about parenting as a spiritual practice. I will add to this list as time allows. I’m focusing on… my family –…

Raising Children & Sharing Your Gifts With the World? A Lot Depends on Who You Married

Monday, June 21st, 2010

Finding our way as mothers is no easy task. The past 7.5 years have been such a journey of discovery for me. In hindsight I would focus solely on my babies without the distraction of also pursuing my passions. Babies and toddlers just don’t stay babies and toddlers forever and creating the family nest for everyone takes energy and time….

That Sneaky Summer…

Friday, May 28th, 2010

It’s Saturday already. How did that happen? It happened between the school days, a first visit of the season to the outdoor pool, additions to the gem collection found in the gravel driveway, high jumps on the trampoline, blown kisses good-night, and the desire to own a baby bearded dragon. Summer is sneaking up on us, mamas. Soon we will…

What Will You Tell Your Daughter About Motherhood?

Friday, May 21st, 2010

I have had a lot on my mind lately about the state of motherhood. I have to be honest, it is my nature not to want to cause conflict or to challenge anyone’s choices when it comes to something as personal as parenting and mothering. At the same time I have an inner fire burning in my chest to free…

Mama, You Deserve A Free Gift!

Monday, May 3rd, 2010

In celebration of Mother’s Day, I am offering you the opportunity to receive a copy of Renee Trudeau’s beautiful book, The Mother’s Guide to Self-Renewal. This book is not only full of incredible wisdom and guidance for moms as they experience motherhood, it is a book you will enjoy touching. The book serves as a companion guide, a journal, and…

What Mama Needs Vs What Mama Wants

Monday, April 26th, 2010

I wrote this post a couple of years ago and it resonates with me still… On an extended morning walk this week with an intentional mama, I got the chance to think more closely about the idea of wants and needs. As you know, we must constantly strive to balance meeting our own mama needs and the needs of our…