Self Esteem

Kids really help to boost self esteem. Here’s an example.Mum: “I’m a hair washing genius.”Samantha: “No! You’re not a genius! You’re a Mummy!” (with that ‘silly Mummy’ look on her face).She’s always...

Daybook April 2, 2010

Outside my window…the sun is shining brightly, despite the blanket of smog, haze, and particles of burnt forest that hangs over the city. Most days I can’t see the mountain, which is only a few kilometers from my house. I don’t go outside much, as...

Personality

My kids have personality…Samantha is a go getter. She always has been. Even as a baby she’d be moving all over the house, exploring her Kingdom. Then she’d come over to me or Sean for a quick 5 second cuddle and be off again. Now she’s the...

Daybook March 23, 2010

Outside my window…it’s dark and hot. Everything is still. Even the street dogs are quiet – I guess it’s too hot to mess with the tookays, cats and motorbikes. I hope it rains tonight. Seems to be a theme lately. It helps to wash away the...