Mindful driving and the power of boredom
I found myself present in my last long drive. At times bored and wondering if I should speed to just
Tag: family life
10 Years of Motherhood
Last week it was my 10 year anniversary of becoming a mother. One of the few things in the world
Role modelling imperfection
Once, in one of those crazy days in lockdown, I thought I had an opening for Little Girl C. to
Why I love Football
You may find it hard to believe, but I was committed to this topic whatever the result of the game
My Baby Girl is 9
As Little Girl C turned 9, I think I was faced with my deepest moment of nostalgia and ageing since
Holiday Time – Reset
Last week, we went on holiday. A real holiday. Flights, bags, hotel and no covid tests. Like in the old
Reflecting on 2021
It’s the end of year and the time begs reflection. As I wake up this morning, for once I am
Road trip to Lisbon: the long way down
We decided to drive all the way from London to Lisbon as we left our family home at the end
Leaving and moving: finding the right words
The clock is ticking and in just under 10 days we will start the process of moving countries. Exciting, scary,
Being there… when my hands are tied
I am not sure I feel like that a lot. I always find something I can do. A way of
Celebrating (and learning from) 4 years of joy
This week, it was Baby S’ birthday. 4 years old. So much and so little all in one. Amidst these
What is Patience?
I like to believe patience generates patience. In a virtuous circle, we all become more patient. Patience is a virtue, a talent, and an outcome of hard work. And it can be contagious if one even wants to use such word in such day and age.
Replicating Parenting Success (through Patience)
Success can be mesmerizing some times. Especially when parenting. As I try to find out what works, one thing I know for sure. Patience.
A memorable holiday (on a motorhome)
Last week, we went on yet another family adventure. This one ranks high in the list of innovative in terms
Where time goes
Sometimes I wonder where time goes. I wake up and see myself with 2 weeks to go back to London