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Archive for September, 2008

Get SMART with your goals!

Posted in My coaching practice, The balancing act of motherhood, tagged , , on September 29, 2008 | 1 Comment »

Mamas, you know how good it feels when you achieve your goals, whether they are small household projects (which can make a big difference) or long-term dreams! Read my post in the Tranquil Parent today for some valuable tips on how to be successful with your goal setting. http://www.thetranquilparent.com/detail/goal-setting-for-success/

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Thank you Elmo!

Posted in Connected Parenting, Self-care, The balancing act of motherhood, tagged , , , , , , on September 27, 2008 | 4 Comments »

This morning, as I put on the Sesame Street Kid’s Favorite Country Songs DVD (sent from a beloved Aunt in Texas) for the little monkey to watch as I did “stuff”, I thought about how hard us “Natural Living Mamas” can be on ourselves. Why did I feel pangs of guilt for putting on a [...]

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Invite your inner kid out to play!

Posted in Self-care, writing, tagged , , , , on September 23, 2008 | 2 Comments »

Mamas, are you feeling stuck in the rut of adult daily life? I invite you to consider that inside each of us is a playful, creative child who is not afraid to express herself. Read my recent post at The Tranquil Parent for more information! http://www.thetranquilparent.com/detail/invite-your-inner-kid-out-to-play/

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When bad things happen (to good people)

Posted in Health and Healing, spirituality, tagged , , , , , , , , on September 21, 2008 | 4 Comments »

This post is dedicated in celebration to my friend K. who is now home from the hospital and is growing stronger and more healthy every day! How many times have you thought: Why do bad things happen to good people? I mean, when we see bad things happening to not-so-nice people, it is just easier [...]

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Tired? Not getting enough sleep?

Posted in Sleep, writing, tagged , , , , on September 16, 2008 | Leave a Comment »

Mamas, you know sleep is vital to being a functioning parent. Please read my post today on the Tranquil Parent with some tips to getting a good night’s rest! Last night, I followed my own advice and turned the computer off one hour before bedtime. My sleep was deeper and I felt more relaxed. And [...]

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Connecting with the storyteller

Posted in My coaching practice, communication, mama wisdom, tagged , , , , , , on September 14, 2008 | 2 Comments »

The monkey and I were at the park the other day, enjoying the last days of our beautiful Portland summer. He loves to swing and the delight on his face as he flies through the air reminds me of the importance of simple pleasure. He can swing for an hour without getting bored or thinking [...]

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Nurture Life Coaching Blog

Posted in My coaching practice, tagged , , on September 11, 2008 | Leave a Comment »

My new Web site is finally up! I have a blog on my site where I will offer insight and tools for conscious living for women from a coaching perspective. While my focus on this blog is mothering, my coaching blog will be a broader focus on all areas of our lives. I will update [...]

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Ella doggie

Posted in Children growing up, Sleep, tagged , , , , on September 8, 2008 | 1 Comment »

The little monkey has a one-sided adoration for our sweet white lab, Ella. We are lucky to have the most patient, tender dog on the planet. Weighing in at almost 90 pounds, she is no small sack of potatoes! She doesn’t fetch, she can’t catch a Frisbee, she can’t guard, but this dog was built [...]

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The Tranquil Parent

Posted in Self-care, writing, tagged , , , , on September 6, 2008 | 2 Comments »

Faithful friends and blog readers, I am excited to share that I will be a weekly contributor to a new blog called The Tranquil Parent! It is in the Zrecs network of blogs and focuses on supporting parents in being greener, happier, healthier and safer. Please take a moment to check it out, bookmark it, [...]

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On my feet again!

Posted in Being in the body, Health and Healing, tagged , , , , on September 4, 2008 | 1 Comment »

Yesterday, I parked the crutches! I am now, a bit unsteadily, walking on two feet.  My injured foot is healing, slowly. I seem to attract experiences into my life that allow me to deepen my practice of patience. By nature, I am not a patient person. I am a fire girl, fast and intense. My [...]

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