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Writing to your Children

Christine Gooding — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:12:38 +0000

Since I have started blogging and scrapbooking in late 2003, I have made it a habit to write a post about a family memory. I try on the occasion of the birthday of my daughter to write her a letter summarizing what she’s done for the year, how I’m feeling at that time. I hope to be able to use these as journaling for future scrapbook layouts.

What I’m also hoping to be able to do is to compile all my blog posts about my daughter into a book using Scrapblog’s custom printing or maybe just print all my posts about her to give to her at the eve of her wedding or when she moves out of the family home to start a life on her own. I’d want my daughter to have a physical reminder of what we have gone through as a family that she can carry with her to read over and over and to help her remember us long after we’ve departed this world.

If you haven’t done so, I encourage every parent to start a journal for their children. The effect is so cathartic. Such release. I also love re-reading things I wrote about my daughter’s antics from 5 years ago or a family holiday that was so enjoyable. If you’re uncomfortable about writing something so personal online, you can have a private journal in your computer or use a good ol’ physical journal to write on.

As an example of a tribute letter, here’s one I wrote to my daughter, Bea on the occasion of her 12th birthday which I hope you will enjoy reading!

Image: mrsgooding

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Writing to your Children

My Kids on Mother’s Day

Eliza Ferree — Mon, 11 May 2009 02:08:43 +0000

You know it wasn’t until these past few years that I really enjoyed Mother’s Day, I mean while sure I was a mom they kids never really got it. This year though, it meant a lot to me, here’s why.

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First, I heard from SoccerBoy that they were getting me some Mother’s Day Gifts. Okay, this didn’t mean dad was going out and spending money on me but the kids themselves were and they were also making me things at school. To be honest I thought it would be painted handprints with poems. I was shocked this morning when my oldest two presented me with ceramics they’d made in art class. Wow, this stuff was impressive. (I’ll take a pic in a day or two.) This meant a lot to me, it showed that they took the time to make me something from the heart.

Knowing her siblings were making me stuff, BabyGirl (age 5) did as well but also asked that I give her a few dollars the next time we went to the store. I figured out why and did so. She was so excited when she handed me a stuffed bear today. This will be the one Mother’s Day I never forget.

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My Kids on Mother’s Day

Dr. Laura’s Mother’s Day Special

Eliza Ferree — Thu, 07 May 2009 00:15:53 +0000

For today only there will be selected movie theaters that will hold a special Mother’s Day Movie from Dr. Laura. Laura will talk all about what it means to be a mom. Here’s a link to her Youtube Channel where she has a special message to you before the show.

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Here’s Dr.Laura’s “In Praise of Mom” info:

The ENCORE screening of Dr. Laura’s “In Praise of Mom” will take place on Wednesday, May 6th at 8:00pm ET / 7:00pm CT / 6:00pm MT and 7:30pm PT (tape delay). This show will be recorded live the previous night and is being rebroadcast in select theatres for this special encore showing.

Tickets are selling fast for this very special, historic Event available for the first time ever in theatres nationwide.

“In Praise of Mom” will feature America’s most-listened to female radio talk show host, Dr. Laura Schlessinger, at her multi-media best, celebrating with Moms all across the United States. In addition to her usual wit and wisdom, Dr. Laura’s “In Praise of Mom” will feature audio and video from sons, daughters, grandchildren, grandparents, and moms and dads as they pay tribute to their moms. It promises to be an uplifting, poignant, funny, and inspiring one-of-a-kind event.

Let me know if you were lucky enough to get to the show.

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Dr. Laura’s Mother’s Day Special

Father-less Day

kadi — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 15:16:14 +0000

What happens when your child comes home from school, holding a Father’s Day gift that he made in class, without a father to give it to? Do you simply tell him that he needs to throw it away, because he doesn’t have a father? Do you get angry at the teacher for being so insensitive to the kids who do not have fathers? Do you suggest giving the gift to another man who your child looks up to?

I’m wondering these things because it is a reality that many American families have to deal with, every June. With divorce rates and teen pregnancies so high, many families are left without a father. I’m curious to know how they deal with a day like Father’s Day and the void that so many children must feel. I know that the absence of a father is something that single mothers deal with year round, but certainly, it must be worse on a day designated to celebrate a man who (in their situation) doesn’t care to be around or has passed away.

If this situation applies to you, please let me know your opinion on the topic. I know it must be difficult to deal with and I feel empathy for those who fall under this category. I myself, have had a hard time with Father’s Day since my parent’s divorced and my dad moved so far away. Furthermore, my Grandpa (who became my father figure after the divorce) went to heaven in February. It will be a tough day for me, as I will be delivering my Grandpa’s card to his grave. I am blessed, however, to be able to celebrate the wonderful father that my husband is to my children. Many are not so blessed. To all of you who will live through tomorrow, fatherless, my prayers and thought are with you.

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Father-less Day

Be A Mother…Of Invention!

kadi — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 16:13:30 +0000

Are you the kind of mommy who stares blankly at your stroller and asks herself, “Why can’t the manufacturer put a built in bottle warmer on this contraption?” Or maybe you already have a product, but lack the funds to make it into a bonafide company. If this sounds like you, then get excited, because I have an awesome opportunity for your inventive side!

Whirlpool is sponsoring the fourth annual “Mother Of Invention Grant Program.” Here are some details about this way cool event:

“In the past three years, Whirlpool brand has recognized and helped more than 15 moms turn their innovative ideas into reality.
The Whirlpool brand Mother of Invention Grant Program provides seed money and expert guidance to moms to turn their invention, business or service ideas into full-fledged businesses. Contest winners receive:

§ A $20,000 grant for the grand prize winner

§ $24,000 in grant money for the four runners-up

§ Appliance prizes

§ Invitation to business boot camp where winners will receive guidance from Whirlpool and industry experts

This year, we are greening the program by adding a new category focused on moms who create an environmentally friendly product/service or use natural/recycled materials to create their invention.
More information and entry forms can be found at www.whirlpool.com/moms beginning May 11. Entries are accepted through July 31, 2008.”

How awesome is this, ladies? Get out your goggles and lab coat, then hurry over to the Whirlpool site to submit your ingenious ideas. Somebody has to be the winner and it could very well be you!

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Be A Mother…Of Invention!

Even “Tough” Moms Deserve Love

kadi — Mon, 12 May 2008 16:15:22 +0000

As authors of Guerrilla Parenting (and mommies too,) Gayla and I have been labeled as many things. We have been called tough, unfair, judgmental, harsh, just to name a few. We make our “hard core” opinions on child rearing and discipline, known to all who read Guerrilla Parenting. Sometimes, it costs us readers. Sometimes it offends people. No matter what we are seen as, however, we are still mothers with the common goal of trying to raise happy, healthy children. That is an undeniable fact. Yes, we can be tough in our methods. Yes, we are judgmental. It is part of our job, here at GP. It is what sets us aside from some moms, but also what gives a commonality to others. No matter what brand of parenting you subscribe to, every mom deserves to be honored on Mother’s Day. I hope that you all had a wonderful day with your family and that you were made to feel like the special creature that you are. I know I was. Here is my photo journal of my own Mother’s Day. It is proof that even tough mommies are loved and respected by their children.

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Even “Tough” Moms Deserve Love

92 Years Of Mother’s Day History

kadi — Mon, 12 May 2008 00:32:40 +0000

Happy Mother’s Day! Instead of my usual long winded post, I am going to spend the day with my family. I thought you might enjoy this article on the great moments in motherhood history. Have a blessed and safe day, all of you beautiful mothers, grandmothers, aunts, daughters and nieces!

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92 Years Of Mother’s Day History