A Lesson in Kindness and Rising Above Cruelty

Today, something happened that stayed with me long after we left the restaurant. What was supposed to be a simple family meal turned into a moment that tested my patience, my emotions, and my beliefs about kindness. We were sitting at our table, enjoying the meal and each other’s company. Our little daughter, who is… Continue reading A Lesson in Kindness and Rising Above Cruelty

The Fewer the Toys, the Greater the Value

When we become parents, one of the first instincts we have is to give our children everything we can. We want them to have the opportunities we did not. We want them to grow in an environment that encourages curiosity, imagination, and learning. For many of us, this translates into buying toys, often far more… Continue reading The Fewer the Toys, the Greater the Value