Tag Archives: family

Kick in the Pants

So, the universe thinks I’m a real goofball for giving in to depression yesterday – threw a bit of goodness my way, it did. Got an opportunity to go elder sit again today – that is such a precious opportunity … Continue reading →

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Posted on 13 February, 2011 by edamommy

In Search of Ebullience…

In trying to breath life back into this blog, I had thought to take a lighter tone.  Much as I try, though, it’s not easy to take that lighter tone when you don’t feel it. I read such amazing stuff … Continue reading →

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Posted on 12 February, 2011 by edamommy

Balancing Rest and Meditation Time

…this is something I struggle with right now.  The way things are scheduled, I get up 5 days a aweek at 5:30 with my Eldest, who leaves for the bus stop at 6:18 (Don’t ask, but trust me, it works. … Continue reading →

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Posted on 9 April, 2009 by edamommy

Random Pics from Date Night

The cat is away (well, in this case, the 3 kittens), so the mice have been at play – while the kiddos are with their grandparents this week, the other half and I have actually been getting in some grownup … Continue reading →

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Posted on 20 February, 2008 by edamommy

Still here…

…wow, can’t believe it’s been a month! The last month has been busy and a test of my gumption. There’s been a lot going on. We’ve got our 12 year old newly enrolled in a virtual school, which is turning … Continue reading →

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Posted on 10 September, 2007 by edamommy

Dog Noses and Mindfulness

You know, for me sitting sometimes becomes a wonderful lesson in impermanence and attachment. The silent meditation I am experiencing and enjoying may disappear in the sudden appearance of a wet dog nose in my lap. I must consciously use … Continue reading →

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Posted on 27 July, 2007 by edamommy

Awakening

One of the deep honors of being a parent is the opportunity to be present when another human being reaches a new understanding of the world. Sometimes these moments are cotton candy sweet, happy affairs. Sometimes they’re not. In either … Continue reading →

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Posted on 27 July, 2007 by edamommy

One Source of My Joy

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Posted on 16 July, 2007 by edamommy

"Love is the Law"

You know, I love my husband very much. We’ve been married for almost 16 years. It hasn’t been easy, but it has been very much worth it. My husband is passionate about his beliefs. We have a different religious context, … Continue reading →

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Posted on 1 May, 2007 by edamommy

Joy in the Everyday

I thought I should make a caveat here, after rereading my last post. What I really take joy from are the little, everyday things that I do my absolute best to not take for granted. When my sons want to … Continue reading →

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Posted on 27 April, 2007 by edamommy