by Dawn | Dec 14, 2015 | family, parenting, simplicity, spirituality
“Could you take Declan out so I can wrap some presents?” I sent the boys out to do I-don’t-care-whatever so I could start wrapping. I go to bed early. I haven’t been able to wrap with Declan poking his head out pretending to read, doing...
by Dawn | Dec 13, 2015 | domestic violence, self-improvement, spirituality
I’m obsessed with the letter W. Not just any W–a specific one. It’s the first letter in photographer Jodi Swanson’s Women of Strength photo book designed by the amazing Erin Tyler. Erin made me fall in love with design, but I never imagined...
by Dawn | Dec 10, 2015 | Uncategorized
“I had a nightmare last night,” says Declan. “‘I’m sorry about that. I have nightmares, too. ” I say. “You, Mommy? What do you have nightmares about?” He leans in for the answer. “Running out of money. Being sick. Not being...
by Dawn | Dec 3, 2015 | Uncategorized
I have to go to the bathroom. I wish the bell would ring. It finally does. I really don’t have to go, but I know I’d better try because I’ve only got one shot to go during the day…my mother always made me try “just in case.” That...
by Dawn | Dec 1, 2015 | education reform, self-improvement, Teaching
If you haven’t heard Paul Burgett’s “The Fiery Furnace” speech (here on Soundcloud) you must. It’s one of the greatest speeches of all times. I like to listen to a good speech. A good speech makes me laugh then punches me in the gut,...
by Dawn | Nov 26, 2015 | family, food, gratitude, simplicity, sustainability, wellness
Thanksgiving. The season of love, thankfulness, everyone posting the required message of love and appreciation for mankind on the way to Black Friday shopping. For food freaks, it’s the season of selfishness and self-preservation. “I have to bring my own...
