Things are gradually evening out after adding a new little one to our family. Our previously youngest little girl has the biggest struggles. She is figuring out how to be a person of her own and at two has mastered a tantrum. I honestly worry about her sometimes, but building an atmosphere that helps her … Continue reading Tickles and little moments :: soul calm {17/31}
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The Battle of Shame and Perfectionism :: soul calm {12/31}
For me part of finding calm is letting go of the perfectionism that invades my soul, leaking me dry one doubt, insecurity, or mistake at a time. I can worry all day about how I might be messing up my kids because perfect parenting doesn't exist. I could get slightly angsty about missing a day of … Continue reading The Battle of Shame and Perfectionism :: soul calm {12/31}
Listening to the Loud {imperfect musings on parenting, learning, and earning}
I just told my three year old to hush a third time this nap/quiet time. Apparently naps are for the weak and he is of the shouting for amusement age so he's exempt. Ahem."These are the times that try men's souls." (Thomas Paine)Or mom's souls. Yes, i would venture to say this is where my soul is … Continue reading Listening to the Loud {imperfect musings on parenting, learning, and earning}
Erika Shirk 