An activity that you can do with your children (from about age 3 up) is take a walk through nature with a sketch pad in hand, looking for signs of spring. Give each child her/his own sketching pencil and small … Read More
I can cross Spring Break with 5 vomiting Kids off my bucket list now. I admit, mindfulness is being challenged today. I am visiting my sister’s home with my three children and two of my nieces. All 5 children have a … Read More
On some Monday’s I’m going to share a little tip on how to bring mindfulness into the lives of you and your child. For my first Monday’s MIndful Tip I am suggesting the game of chess. Don’t panic, I’m not suggesting … Read More
Children as young as age six practice and use meditation techniques–on their own–to deal with everyday life situations. At a recent parent teacher interview, I was taken by surprise (and thrilled) that Pip’s grade one teacher said Pip is very … Read More
MIndfulness can sneak up on you and surprise you, just when you think your mind is a total mind-mess. This morning, on my early morning run ( I run on a path through wilderness, on the mountain behind my home, … Read More
Every parent wants his or her children to be happy.We plan fun outings for them: to the park, to the beach, grand birthday parties and even trips to Disney Land. We love our children, shower them with hugs and kisses … Read More
The city I live in has very little Buddhism for children. Zero to be precise. So, this is my attempt to bring a little Dharma to the children of Kelowna. I’m not a nun or a monk, just a lay … Read More
“I accidentally put some eyeshadow on my skin,” said Pip. “Ah…yes, the accidental application…know it well,” said Mom. Pip and I have been spending some time together (just the 2 of us) the past few days. Her sisters … Read More