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We Didn’t Lose Time With Our Children. We Lost Trust.
Why doing less, not more, might be the most intentional way to begin a new year
Jan 5
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The Four-Book Formula That Guides Our Reading Life at Home
The way I balance age-appropriate stories with curiosity, emotions, and big ideas.
Dec 8, 2025
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The Parenting Rules I Follow That I Never Explain to Anyone
Not rules for my child, but boundaries I hold for myself when parenting feels unclear.
Jan 12
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Readiness vs Pressure: How to Tell the Difference (When Both Look the Same)
Why timing matters more than effort and how parents misread the moment.
Dec 22, 2025
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When Parents Feel Confused, They Usually Try to Do More. That’s the Mistake.
Confusion is one of the most misinterpreted signals in parenting.
Dec 15, 2025
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