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All the things Mr. Rogers taught us that we need to keep learning

"I know how tough it is some days to look with hope and confidence on the months and years ahead," he said in his farewell broadcast. "But I would like to tell you what I often told you when you were much younger. I like you just the way you are."

20 wise life lessons from Mr. Rogers

15. "You've made this day a special day by just your being you. There's no person in the whole world like you. And I like you just the way you are."

Summer makes me feel like a kid again

Being a mom has opened up my eyes to how magical childhood is by seeing the wonder through theirs.

This is #momlife: Terrifying toys, lots of boogers and SO much love

The experts should really tell you about things like this. 

Secure attachment means giving your children independence, too

Part of loving our kids is creating room for them to learn—that just doesn’t have to be all the room in the world.

I hope you always have that look in your eyes

You know the one that makes it so obvious that you see the world as a wondrous place and as your grand playground. 

Unconditional love is the most powerful gift we give our children

Of all the things I want to teach my children, the most important is this: you belong.

The cure for grumpy mornings? Laughter

Wherever you are and whatever you are doing, you can use the power of words to get laughter going with your kids.

How to conquer potty training—at the right time

Here are some basic ways to determine potty training readiness.

How to help our children in a hurting world

First, remember: It’s okay not to have all the answers.

Ignore the mess and come outside to play, mama

Nothing lost, but memories were gained. And you can never have enough memories.

It’s okay if my child gets bored

Boredom is needed for creativity. Quiet times of nothingness are where imagination sparks and ideas are born. 

Our weekends as a family changed when we made time for unscheduled, unregulated FUN

That day of fun made me feel so recharged, so refreshed, so ready to take on the week.

The Boy Scouts is opening to girls

The Boy Scouts will soon allow girls to join Cub Scouts and is creating a fast-track to becoming an Eagle Scout for older girls.

I pledge to raise a peaceful child

I pledge to read books and listen to music and admire art from all different cultures with my son.

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