When flowers bloom, so does hope. Although spring doesn’t mark the beginning of the calendar year, for me it is about new beginnings and celebrating the endless possibilities of the human spirit. At this time of year I can’t help but feel hopeful and even more optimistic than usual about a variety of… Read More
The Art of Being Mindful
The education of attention would be an education par excellence. —William James Nowadays, we often hear the word “mindful” almost everywhere. Just yesterday it came up for me at the end of a Parent/Toddler class I attend with my son.… Read More
French Lentil and Barley Soup and Book Giveaway
Today, I’m happy to announce a wonderful book giveaway. In my recent post, Family Traditions, I wrote about the importance of traditions and briefly touched on the numerous benefits they provide to families. For one, traditions experienced during childhood can not only help to create wonderful memories, but they also help people become happier and… Read More