- Life can dramatically change in a minute.
- Parenting is hard – really hard.
- Pajama days are needed every now and then.
- Science is amazing!
- I trust the experts.
- It’s OK to say “No”. No further explanation needed than a simple “No.”
- A good walk or swim clears the mind.
- Girls weekends refresh the soul and should happen at least yearly.
- Relationships are not transactional.
- I suck at phone calls. The phone was made for texting 😊.
- It’s OK to put myself in mommy time out.
- Pygmy baby goats are just about the cutest thing in the world.
- 4 year old boys have lots and lots and lots of energy.
- My mood/energy directly impacts G’s and the dog’s. When I’m agitated, they are too. When I’m calm, they are too. If mama is happy, everyone is happy.
- “Kids Baking Championship” reminds me of the beauty of humans.
- Sports! It’s all about sports over here…hockey, football, baseball, golf…. I love it. It’s counting practice for him, he practices his letters, and it beats Blippi.
- Being a parent is like being a goldfish. Sometimes you have to quickly forget what just happened and move on.
- Facetime is one of the best inventions of the last 10 years. It allows children to stay close to family and friends although there may be many miles between them.
- Taking a step back, slowing down, and watching life as a 4 year old versus 51 year old is pretty remarkable.
- Everyone should travel first class internationally with children. (we got free upgrades and boy is it amazing!)
- It’s okay to be tired and worn out.
- I’m doing the best I can.
- 4 year old boy giggles and laughter are infectious.
Journey 2 Childhood 
Happy Mew Year Maeve .
I concur with this .
Chris