Out of Necessity
Sitting around with a group of friends last night, the topic of youth entitlement came up in conversation. I had plenty to share about what we’ve learned over the last year and a half… along with the hoard of compelling statistics describing our youth...
Heard on the Street… Finding a Kid’s Strength
The other day, chatting it up with a fellow MOAT, I shared that, although my kids are working – and learning great things – I’m not sure both are hitting stride in the strength area. At this point in life, I think the work itself and lessons learned...
Some Sisterly Advice
Today’s blog is a little op-ed piece from my sister. Well, “op-ed” might be a bit official sounding for the MOAT, especially since it was an email she sent offering an idea for a future post. She did such a great job, I thought I’d share it...
Great Summer Reads – Part 3
Today, sweet MOAT Jennifer (another avid reader despite the ever-present and literal calls of motherhood) shares a few of her favorites. Her first suggestion is pretty amazing considering the subject matter and the fact that she experienced a very similar situation...
Great Summer Reads, Part 2
Today’s video post features my friend, the very well-read and classical literature aficionado, MOAT mom Laura. I love how she describes the benefits of reading classical literature and the way she encourages all of us to challenge ourselves and our kids with...
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