Oops and Daisies

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Work, Purpose, and Success Don’t Have to Be Linked

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Is it society? How we were collectively raised? What’s portrayed in the movies and TV?  I’m talking about the pressure we often put on ourselves to make money and find success in whatever way we can. This pressure often means we put the things that light us up or bring us joy to the wayside.  Maybe it’s the age I’m at now, or the fact that I lost a job I loved due to the devastating cuts to … [Read more...]

Kids and Sleep: Our Adenoids and Tonsils Story

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As parents, we’re often told that our babies will figure out how to go to sleep (and stay asleep)… eventually. Books abound that promise to share different sleep strategies, like monitoring wake times and what sleep cues to look out for. There’s even a whole industry of sleep trainers who help parents figure out the ‘trick’ to getting their kid to bed.  But sometimes there is no ‘trick.’ … [Read more...]

My Path to Becoming a Published Author

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When I was eight years old, I told everyone I met what I wanted to be when I grew up: an author. Thirty-three years later, that dream finally came true.  It wasn’t the path I expected - but, really, when is the path ever what we expect?  *** Oops & Daisies contains affiliate links & participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program & other affiliate programs. If you buy … [Read more...]

Reflections on 2022: Where I’ve Been and Where I’m Going

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Let me start this by saying: this blog isn't going anywhere. I may be sharing my reflections on 2022, but I also recognize that it's been a loooong time since I've posted to my Oops & Daisies blog. A whole lot has changed since I last wrote and shared a post on here, nearly a year and a half ago. But I think just about everyone can agree that, over the last few years, little has gone as … [Read more...]

How To Encourage and Motivate a Reluctant Reader

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Think your child is a "reluctant reader?" Foster a love of books and reading with these tips.  "I don't want to!" Little Miss yelled as she threw a level one book across the room. I'll admit: it broke my heart. I wanted her to love books and reading as much as I did. I hated to see her struggle, and I hated that it (appeared) she had no desire to learn.  I took a deep breath before I … [Read more...]

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