life lessons

Life

I want to be “Mama” forever

I still remember the first time my adopted daughter called me "Mama." Now I don't want to give it up.

Life

All the things Mr. Rogers taught us that we need to keep learning

"I know how tough it is some days to look with hope and confidence on the months and years ahead," he said in his farewell broadcast. "But I would like to tell you what I often told you when you were much younger. I like you just the way you are."

Life

20 wise life lessons from Mr. Rogers

15. "You've made this day a special day by just your being you. There's no person in the whole world like you. And I like you just the way you are."

Life

5 lessons breastfeeding taught me about motherhood

3. Thanks for teaching me the importance of slowing down.

Life

To my baby, one day you’ll call somewhere else ‘home’

But I hope you always think of me and my heart as ‘home.’

Life

To my children: 11 valuable lessons that will truly change your life

Family will be your backbone. Kindness will be the answer.

Life

I work hard to give my kids what they want—but worry that I’ll spoil them

There are things we couldn’t afford when I was a kid that I enjoy having now.

Parenting

6 lessons I wish my mom taught me that I’m teaching my children

#1—Navigate daily life. Pay attention and be kind. (Probably the simplest—and the hardest.)