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Notes to My Dearest Daughters


Middle School Twos

You made it!  You did it!  You have successfully started middle school.  I am proud of you.  Fifth grade was a breeze.  Summer was filled with hanging with friends, a new bike, camps, and Lake Michigan adventures. 
Now, you have arrived.  You have transitioned and transformed from an elementary school student to a middle schooler.  How did this happen? It went fast.  Too fast....  
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7th Heaven

While you are sensitive to the needs of others, ultimately you stand up for yourself when you are being disrespected. 
​I see your strength increasing daily, as you grow into a calm and balanced young woman.  I couldn’t be prouder of the person you are.

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Camping Confidence

Home, during the week, you are supposed to be here.  Yet, you aren’t.  The house is quiet, with just your sister and me.  The week is absent of our deep talks and funny moments.  I have come to realize how much I rely on you, even more than you rely on me...
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Zippy and Zany

Your adventurous spirit will take you far and may drive me crazy.  With a new bike underfoot, you are off, searching the area for trails and paths to follow.  I love your passion and free spirit.  You are fearless and full of inquiry.  You test your limits and push me out of my comfort zone.  I ask that you never change this behavior....  
 
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The Adventures of Violet Sophia

A Story by Susan J. McFarland - Inspired by and for My Daughters
y DaughterThe Adventuf Violet Sophi
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​Standing Outside the Door


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When your child needs space and you need grace!​​
Discover how to find Peace


​Monday Morning

Taking time to be present in the snipets everyday life.
Magical Moments

Holding on tight

The movement of life, and the changing speed as our children grow
is explored in this heart felt article to a growing pre-teen!
When Life Moves Fast


​Letting Go Slowly

They grow up so fast! The process of letting go.... slowly.
Steps to Let Go
​While Holding On

Learning from Each Other

When your child grows up, but still wants you to do what they can do for themselves. Letting them try, fail, and succeed can help us learn about our own trials in life!
What Can You Learn?

You are Enough

Three words we don't hear or use enough, especially when our child is being more emotional than we wish them to be! Handling failure, loss, or endings can itself be too much for a pre-teens self-esteem. How one mom helps her child recover.  
When to Say Enough

Coloring Outside My Lines

Accepting yourself through a child opposite of you, creating positive momentum towards your own self-awareness.

Art vs Order - You Choose!

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Susan J. McFarland
Susan worked in management for corporate America for twenty years, before pursuing a balanced lifestyle. She has been a contributing author for Star Nations Magazine, Bellesprit, and the Coptic Fellowship "Inner Connection" Newsletter.  
 
She has been a student of spirituality and health for over three decades.  She loves writing, hiking, and traveling.  Susan offers talks, workshops, and consultations on living a balanced life.

She resides in Michigan with her husband and two growing daughters. 

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  • About
  • Contact Us
  • Mindfulness Writing Course
  • Articles
    • Guest Blogs - Mindfulness Mothers
    • Thoughts from a Mindful Mama
    • H- Peaceful Parenting
    • H- Inspired Living
    • H- Critter Corner
    • H - Mindful in the Messy Middle
    • Travel Guide >
      • 7 Tips for Moving with Kids - Travel Guide
      • How Beach Camping Energized My Soul - Travel Guide
    • H- The Fake it 'til You Make it Mom
    • H- Change Can't Live With It. Life is Full of It!
    • YOGA Blooms
    • H- A Drop of Loving Kindess
    • H- Notes to My Dearest Daughters
    • H- Pieces from Finding Your Piece
  • Podcast - Mindfulness Mothers
  • Mindful Musings Blog
  • Serenity Self Care Sessions
  • Mindfulness Meditations
  • OUR AFFILIATES
  • We Support
  • Mindfulness Storefront
  • Untitled