Tag: parent

I wanted so desperately for my kids to be safe and happy, that I oftentimes didn’t allow them to fall and pick themselves back up

Keywords: motherhood , boundaries , children , family , kids , parenthood , raising children , respect

Expectations- we all have dreams for our kids but those dreams should never interfere with what our kids actually want. Encouragement is necessary and beneficial but expectation is toxic and dangerous. We should not be “living through” our kids, we should be sharing the experiences and life they choose. Expecting our kids to have a particular education, a certain job, earn a certain amount of money, be a particular sexual orientation or live a life you deem worthy is not unconditional love. Being embarrassed or ashamed of our kids if they are struggling in life, is more a reflection on our own lack than it is on our kids. I want to know my kids struggles so I can support them and we can work together for the healthiest outcome. My kids know there is nothing they cannot tell me, I will never judge them. If you can’t accept that your child will be their own person, suffer struggles and make mistakes or choose a lifestyle that makes them happy, rather then fitting into your mould- perhaps parenthood is not for you.

https://spiritual-queen.com/2022/08/21/motherhood-what-does-it-mean

This is where I want to be

Keywords: Homemaking , Mamahood

Theo did not like it at first. The coffee grinder is loud and frightening to him, unless Mama holds him. He does not want to be on the floor while Mama tends to the electric kettle, which is far too interesting for him to not watch up close himself. What’s more, the coffee grounds smell so good, and look like dirt. He wants to feel that for himself too, and he loves to grab the spoon Mama uses to remove the grounds from the grinder, spilling them on the counter. Mama sighs, but Theo finds it so enthralling.

https://morningmercies4.wordpress.com/2024/02/07/slow-coffee

I want him to be at peace and that everything will be ok if he chooses to give up

Keywords: A new beginning…..

I want him to be at peace and that everything will be ok if he chooses to give up. He had a great life. He achieved so much, a poor immigrant who came to the UK with big dreams that all came true. He provided a wonderful and privileged life for us. I am so thankful for all of it. He has always and will always be my hero.

https://whogivesamonkeys.com/2022/01/17/how-do-you-say-goodbye-to-your-dad

I wanted to continue my studies to university level

Keywords: {0}

I have chosen to study health. My community has a large population and an unending problem of early marriage, which means children are born every day. But there is only one hospital, with 6 wards and few attendants. It’s more like a pharmacy or clinic because only minor injuries can be treated. For most problems, they just prescribe panadol, drips and injections, without finding out what the patient’s problem is.

https://verabridalplanet.design.blog/2021/12/04/girl-child-education