MOMSNOTES
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The miss o meter
“Last year when my hubby worked a normal day and bustled off in the traffic every morning and I worked my usual working day from home, I enjoyed it – it was the way life was – and it was good. When his work situation changed in the beginning of this year I cannot fib, I battled with this sudden 24/7ness of having him around. It frankly cramped my style and my miss-o-meter was eventually in the red…”
Mom you are the influencer
“Mom, you are the influencer!
I’d like to leave the same impression on others that I would want them to leave on me. This often takes me back to the drawing board, as it should! Nobody is naturally a breath of fresh air and an excellent example to follow. I have settled that it will take self-discipline, humility and a love for those around me to be a better me – to leave a lasting impression and to be an influencer worth following…”
Chrysanthemums
“Let’s face it, our favourite plants to buy in the supermarket are Chrysanthemums. They come in a variety of beautiful hues and are an inexpensive way to bring longer last¬ing colour to our homes and patios. They are also a super gift as the flow¬ers last much longer than those in a bouquet…”
Who am I
Finding yourself in the midst of a global identity crisis
The age-old questions that most everyone has asked in their lifetime at least once, but many of us on numerous occasions: “Who am I?” and “Why am I here?”…
Wake up! Shape up!
“Well done if you didn’t gain weight this winter! But for those who did, welcome to the club. It is reality! Most people gain weight in winter as it is cold so we eat more and exercise less, but don’t stress. Here’s good news and some easy ways to get back into shape, with huge health benefits as a bonus!…”
Man on a mission
“Man on a mission. Not even a serious, sudden illness could stop Nhliziyo Sibiya from acing his Matric exams and realising his dreams…”
Life in the left lane
“Are you wondering if your child is left-handed?
You may have to wait a couple of years to know. Hand dominance normally only becomes apparent as baby’s fine-motor skills develop. Most things in the world are designed for use by right-handed people, so there are going to be challenges, so if you, or your child, are left-handed embrace it, as all challenges in life ultimately make you stronger!..”
Left brain vs right brain myth
“The theory is that people are either “left-brained” or “right-brained”, meaning that one side of their brain is dominant. If you’re mostly analytical and methodical in your thinking, the theory states that you’re “left-brained”. If you tend to be more creative and artistic, you’re thought of as being “right-brained”…”
4 Types of parenting
“When it comes to parenting, there is a great deal of diversity among families. Cultural backgrounds have a major impact on how the family unit exists and how children are reared. Different cultural, ethnic, and spiritual ideologies, socio-economic status, and single-parent families are some of the factors that determine a variety of parenting styles among families. There are 4 types of parenting methods, what is your style?..”
Time doesn’t mind
“It is irony, this mom-ing thing we do. Just the fact that sleep deprivation is a genuine form of torture makes our role as ‘nurturing mother’ ludicrous! So when you feel overwhelmed as a mom and you’re struggling to see a way forward, remember time is a great teacher. You only need to manage one day and that day is today!..”
Mommy-time away
“It doesn’t necessarily need to be a conference. Whatever the occasion, it’s a brief period of time away from the family and “mommy duties” – Tsk Tsk I hear you sigh to yourself; why would I need time away from the kids (and hubby)? Well, dear reader my question to you is: Why not?..”
Winter holiday in Mozambique
“If you are a sun lover and just don’t like winter, this is for you! The best time to visit Mozambique is between April and November. While holidays at the coast in Mozambique are always great, winter is just the perfect climate there…”
