Tag Archives: Be in the moment

Place Your Hands On What Matters

Posted on December 26, 2011 by Rachel Macy Stafford

My eight-year-old daughter recently performed in her holiday piano recital. Normally I get teary-eyed watching my children in any type of performance, whether they are singing at the top of their lungs atop a rock at the park or whether … Continue reading →

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When Sweat Meets Tears

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Rachel Macy Stafford

I applied extra strength deodorant…three times. I had an arsenal of frozen water bottles in my possession. I donned airy, Dri-fit clothing that allowed for optimal air circulation. Every single hair on my head was secured as far away from … Continue reading →

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The Trip To Nowhere

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Rachel Macy Stafford

What I am about to tell you may surprise you. It is not something I like to advertise about myself. In fact, very few people know this about me. I have a problem, but I have managed to hide it … Continue reading →

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This May Hurt A Little

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Rachel Macy Stafford

I’ve spent the last two posts writing about making eye contact with your children or loved ones when they speak to you.  Why? Because the personal connection derived through eye contact plays a critical role in grasping what really matters. … Continue reading →

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I See A Sign

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Rachel Macy Stafford

Being Hands Free means I have stopped rushing through life. As a result of shifting my focus off of distraction and onto what really matters, I have begun to notice beautiful sights in nature. With childlike eyes, I spot cleverly … Continue reading →

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I Thought You Would Never Ask

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Rachel Macy Stafford

My four-year-old daughter has always loved puzzles. Whenever “PawPaw” (my dad) comes to visit us, it is not unusual for them to put together several puzzles a day. I always marveled at the way they huddle shoulder to shoulder examining … Continue reading →

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