I was recently standing at the kitchen sink doing the usual dinner time prep. As I stood and watched my children run happily through our yard gathering all sorts of items to create their own “house” in their tree fort, I was reminded of a bittersweet thought.
Being Present Over Perfect
Childhood is fleeting—be present before life’s distractions steal precious moments away.
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Having a daily rhythm is a healthy way for kids to know expectations and routines. Shutterstock

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Mollie Donghia and her husband, Mike, blog at This Evergreen Home where they share their experience with living simply, intentionally, and relationally in this modern world. You can follow along by subscribing to their twice-weekly newsletter.
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