Tag Archives: parenting

Space To Roam ~ Na’ama Yehuda #writephoto

Posted on July 27, 2020 by Sue Vincent

When they first left the city she was devastated. She knew it was the better choice. That the twins’ sensitive lungs could not function in the pollution. That Mark’s temper improved whenever he had something green to look upon. That … Continue reading →

Posted in photo prompt, Photography | Tagged acceptance, breathing space, disabilities, family, flash fiction, healing, love, nature, parenting, relationships, short story, writephoto | Leave a comment

April Book Reviews from D. Wallace Peach

Posted on May 4, 2020 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Myths of the Mirror: A very eclectic selection this month: sci-fi, fantasy, poetry, romance, Danny the Dog, historical fiction, and parenting advice! I hope you enjoy browsing my 4 and 5-star reviews. There are some great reads here. … Continue reading →

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Tomorrow’s Orb ~ Na’ama Yehuda #writephoto

Posted on April 9, 2020 by Sue Vincent

” … And that is when the sun became the liquid gold …” Marianna tucked the blanket tighter around the child and bent to kiss the flaxen head. The short soft hairs tickled her lips. She hadn’t yet gotten used … Continue reading →

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6 Ways to Help Anxious Children during Coronavirus ~ Barry Whelan

Posted on March 22, 2020 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Behaviour 101, some strategies that may help children and adults alike: We are living in anxious times right now. Some children may be stressed, frazzled and overwhelmed by what is happening and the importance of looking after their … Continue reading →

Posted in reblog | Tagged anxiety, Behaviour Difficulties, coronavirus, education, emotional difficulties, home school, home schooling, parenting | 5 Comments

A hole in the sky ~ Na’ama Yehuda #writephoto

Posted on March 15, 2020 by Sue Vincent

“There’s a hole in the sky,” the child’s voice rose then hushed in part-fear, part-wonder. “Indeed there is,” his father nodded. The boy flicked his eyes away from the luminescent heavens just long enough to discern that his father wasn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in photo prompt, Photography | Tagged being yourself, dusk, flash fiction, gentleness, growing up, humanity, parenting, photo prompt, Sensitivity, short story, Things Kids Say, writephoto | Leave a comment

The only holiday catalog you’ll ever need. PLUS: the WINNER! #humor #Christmas ~ Barb Taub

Posted on December 13, 2019 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Barb Taub, where her gorgeous dog, Peri announces the winner of a copy of my Ani’s Doggerel….and Barb launches her own unique take on the Christmas catalogue… My dog Peri wants to announce the winner of her friend … Continue reading →

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Grounded ~ Na’ama Yehuda #writephoto

Posted on September 27, 2019 by Sue Vincent

“Where did you find it?” The boy’s face reflected his struggle: to tell the truth would be to admit he’d been doing what he oughtn’t, but to withhold the truth could mean that what needs to happen, won’t. The woman … Continue reading →

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Caffeine: it’s the universe’s way of apologizing~Barb Taub #humor #sleep

Posted on January 21, 2019 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Barb Taub: Last night, I heard coughing. It sounded like it was coming from beneath me.* *[No, of course not. The Hub wasn’t even home. Get your mind out of that gutter.] I sat up, stumbled out of … Continue reading →

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#Schadenfreude! ~ Barb Taub…Who knew grandparenting would be so much fun? #humor #parenting

Posted on September 6, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Continue reading at Barb Taub: “I’m worried about them.” My daughter was visiting her sister, who had just delivered her second child. “I don’t think any of them slept for more than an hour the whole time I was there.” … Continue reading →

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Adulting. (Do not try this at home.) ~ Barb Taub #humor #family

Posted on July 14, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Barb Taub: I hate housework! You make the beds, you do the dishes—and six months later you have to start all over again.—Joan Rivers Before I was married, I shared an apartment with two of my cousins. … Continue reading →