Tag Archives: Parenthood

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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DIVORCE HURTS…

Posted on May 30, 2016 by Noelene

Parents, please don’t underestimate and minimize the damage your divorce does to your children. Recognize the fact that just as the egg and sperm joined together to form your child that egg and sperm are effectively now being torn apart, … 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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PRIMARY SCHOOL!! Some pointers to making it less stressful and more succesful

Posted on January 21, 2016 by Noelene

  For the next few years you will be dropping off and fetching your child from school. Helping them with homework, attending sports and other events and also socializing with other parents at school. You need to treasure every moment, … Continue reading →

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Missing my dad…

Posted on January 13, 2016 by Noelene
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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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ARE YOU IN BONDAGE TO YOUR CHILDREN?

Posted on November 19, 2015 by Noelene

A friend and I were bemoaning the fact the other day that sometimes our children are not truly appreciative of all that they have, that they take so much for granted and often want more. I said that it was … Continue reading →

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‘STOP & DROP’ SAGA CONTINUES…

Posted on June 5, 2015 by Noelene

With reference to my blog of yesterday  https://noelene2014.com/2015/06/04/stop-drop/  This morning we arrived at the ‘STOP & DROP’ zone to find a car parked in the middle of two parking spaces which meant that one could not park at the back or … Continue reading →

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LOVE IN A STYROFOAM CUP

Posted on May 10, 2015 by Noelene

Today in South Africa we are celebrating Mother’s Day.  I never wanted to be a mother. And yet, here I am, the mother of three unique, amazing human beings, celebrating Mother’s Day today. The past nineteen years and eight months … Continue reading →

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