Yesterday, my family and I learned many unintended lessons. When the Nationwide strike was announced, we anticipated an increase in commodities that usually happens when people begin to panic. I must confess that since there have been previous rumours of strikes that did not materialise, I gave very little attention to this warning… [Read More]
Kidspiration
"Kidspiration" focuses on the lessons that my kids have taught me. Here's a testament to the fact that if we are willing, we can learn from anyone.
Guard your Authenticity
“Mummy, I am having scrambled eggs and sausages for breakfast. Do you want some?” Are you wondering what that question has to do with guarding your authenticity? Read on! That was my daughter, Claire, asking if she should make me breakfast. She is 8 years old. She’s the youngest of my children. Her elder brothers… [Read More]
Why Are You So Considerate?!
My two youngest children, Richard and Claire practically had their lunch in a rush. They cleared up where they’d eaten, washed their hands and went right back to their laptops to continue with their games. My daughter, Claire quickly informed her brother that she wanted to play another game but her brother convinced her otherwise…. [Read More]
**** KIDSPIRATION – A shout out to children! ****
I am often intrigued by the amazing things kids say and do. They are such a wonder, don’t you agree? My kids have been spending a lot more time on their computers. Besides the time spent on their online schooling and turning in their assignments, my older son has been preoccupied with teaching his younger… [Read More]
“Are You Okay?!”
One day, two of my kids got into a squabble. I reckoned it was the usual stuff; siblings fight over the darnest things! On and on they both went. At first, I wanted to interfere and possibly settle the ‘quanta’ but I just let them be jare. As they argued, one yelled at the other?… [Read More]
The psychology of praise
Mealtimes have increasingly become a task for several reasons. The unavailability of a wide range of foodstuff/groceries, funds and time, attempt to offer some explanation for this. Coupled with the fact that I have a unique team of picky eaters. Thankfully, they’ve gotten better over the years but there is so much more room for… [Read More]
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