Tag Archives: Children

PRIMARY SCHOOL!! Some pointers to making it less stressful and more successful

Posted on January 11, 2017 by Noelene

IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO TEACH YOUR CHILD MANNERS It is the teacher’s responsibility to re-enforce those manners YOU ARE YOUR CHILD’S PARENT, YOU ARE NOT THEIR FRIEND. You need to discipline and disciple your child, care and nurture your … Continue reading →

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“GOD’S PROMISE FOR FAMILIES”

Posted on December 25, 2016 by Noelene

The writing of the book “God’s Promise for Families” brought immense healing to my life.  It was written over a period of 12 years and initially started off as a journal. I have a friend who is a Narrative Therapist … Continue reading →

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‘IMITATION’

Posted on November 12, 2016 by Noelene

The other morning on my way to work the car driving in front of me stopped suddenly and I had to slam on my car brakes.  My left arm automatically shot out to protect the person in the seat next … Continue reading →

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“ORDINARY” PEOPLE – inspirational stories (three)

Posted on November 8, 2016 by Noelene

I wondered why somebody didn’t do something. Then I realized, I am somebody. ~Author Unknown It never ceases to amaze me how just one person can make a difference in the lives of so many. I recently met a woman … Continue reading →

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CHILDREN ARE A BLESSING DESPITE WHAT WE THINK

Posted on October 22, 2016 by Noelene

One day I was taking our eight-year-old daughter and her friend to a party.  As we were driving, they started discussing the variety of jobs their parents held. My daughter’s friend said, “My mom is a teacher, an editor, and … Continue reading →

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SOMETIMES OUR CHILDREN LIVE ON A DIFFERENT PLANET

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Noelene

Saw this board whilst walking down the street a while back. It triggered a memory of an incident that occurred a few years ago with one of my children. I need to set the scene for you first though! Ever … Continue reading →

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PREPARE FOR THE EMPTY NEST

Posted on March 30, 2016 by Noelene

A few years ago I went out for supper with some of my woman friends. There were nine of us in total – we were a mixed bunch. We came from different walks of life, different countries, different cultures and … Continue reading →

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SHARE YOUR TESTIMONY!

Posted on March 11, 2016 by Noelene

I really love God and I love the way that He speaks to me through His word, through people, through songs, through nature…the list is endless!  Daily I am reminded of how intimately He is involved in my life and … Continue reading →

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HOW GREAT IS OUR GOD!

Posted on December 31, 2015 by Noelene

  My dad died at one p.m. yesterday afternoon, the 30th December 2015. My sister and I were sitting on either side of his bed holding his hands as he took his last breath.  It was incredibly peaceful. At the end of … Continue reading →

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HOPE

Posted on October 5, 2015 by Noelene

  There is no stigma in suicide.  No one family is responsible for a death by suicide. Sometimes the depression is too deep, the darkness and hopelessness overwhelming BUT MAYBE if we spend more time with each other as a … Continue reading →

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