Being a mother is the best and hardest role many of us will ever take on. Often we think of it as bringing out our best and worst, and we are either one or the other at any given moment. Can we be both in the same moment? My friend captured this picture of meContinue reading “I’m here.”
Author Archives: Gracile Dawes
Mirror Mirror
I’ve had this conversation more times than I can count. A friend’s kid has had a really difficult day. So many emotions, all at a level 10, all day long. She expresses how completely worn out she is, usually followed by a comment about how she knows it’s typical behavior for a (insert age) yearContinue reading “Mirror Mirror”
The Oak
When deciding to start a private practice, one of the first decisions was the logo. Without hesitating I said, “An oak tree. One with big branches and a wide canopy.” I find inspiration in trees. There is a majesty and a connecting point that is deep. These old knotted trees seem wise to me. WhenContinue reading “The Oak”