Category: Voices From Our Community

“We work hard at times in our marriage, and other times it all just feels easy. And that is normal! My husband, Robin, and I are 11 years married today (and nearly 18 years together), and as I am reflecting on our marriage (and on our bond as parents, as lovers, and darlings of each other’s hearts), I want to share some learnings, some reflections and some practical tips with you.”

"Probably the greatest gift to come from the mistakes we make in parenting – we have the opportunity to repair the relationship. The relationship will not rupture in one moment, and the re-connection is almost as powerful as the connection itself."

“I wondered why he wasn’t dressed in the hospital gown that all children in the surgical ward wear. He seemed healthy. What brought him here? And then the truth came spilling out of the mouth of a mother doing all she could to protect her son. I listened hard.”

"Our kids are currently seven, five and we have a busy toddler. Our eldest two did a relaxed three terms of play school at my dear friend’s play school in Port Elizabeth, during the lockdown year of 2020. We moved back to the Overberg in January 2021 and have kept them home ever since."

“It is easy to feel overwhelmed in these situations. The African proverb states that it takes a village to raise a child, this means that an entire community of people must provide for and interact positively with children for those children to experience and grow in a safe and healthy environment. Is this dated or can we be part of the village we so often talk about?”

"Being organized is key to me feeling capable. Being fit is key to me feeling energized. Being supported is key to me feeling strong. And living in a clean and ascetically beautiful space is key to me feeling calm. My Top 10 Tips on staying Organized as a Busy Mama."

“An honest look back at how I got started homeschooling. The wins, the losses and all the lessons learned along the way. Establishing our why and finding so much of the incredible joy this lifestyle has to offer”

"In a world of information overload, parents have a wealth of knowledge at their disposal. While the value of this is enormous, it also comes with potential downfalls."

“As moms, we all want the best for our children—a safe home, a good education, and the chance to thrive. But for many families in South Africa, these basic needs are out of reach. This is where NGOs, or Non-Governmental Organizations, come in. These organizations are doing the hard work of tackling poverty, unemployment, and gender-based violence, offering vital support to families and children who need it the most.”

"Let me start with a preface that I’m not your typical homeschool mom with a usual list of homeschool resources. I’m a bit of a dreamer with a minimalist approach to homeschooling."