I Have Today – Page 5

From a Kid Who Isn’t Known

Before I started my Hands Free journey, I put off living. I banked on vacations and holidays to make up…
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Today Let Me Appreciate

The message came in late one night. My husband and I had just arrived home from a wonderful evening with…
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How to Expand a Heart

In previous posts, I’ve mentioned that my family got a kitten. Although saying we “got” a kitten doesn’t really do…
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Remembering Sunscreen and Butterflies

When I decided to share my “Hands Free” journey with an online community, I had no idea what insight this…
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Hope for the Imperfect Parent

A few months ago, I received an email message from a reader of my blog. It immediately got my attention…
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Losing Yesterday

I started writing stories at the age seven. I have vivid memories of sitting in my childhood bedroom filling an…
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I want to make memories, not to-do lists. I want to feel the squeeze of loving arms, not the pressure of over-commitment. I want to get lost in conversation with my favorite people, not consumed in a sea of unimportant emails. I want to be overwhelmed by sunsets that give me hope, not by overloaded agendas that steal my joy. I want the noise of my life to be a mixture of laughter & gratitude, not the intrusive buzz of mobile phones & text messages. I’m letting go of distraction, perfection, & pressure to grasp what really matters. I’m living Hands Free. Will you join me? (Read More)

“After attending one of Rachel’s speaking events, I am finding myself pausing more and re-setting my reactions to my spouse and children as a result of reflecting on the situations and lessons Rachel shared. Her decision to reveal the good, the bad, and the ugly, and what she’s learned as she’s worked to transform herself, has lasting impacts on her audience. Rachel’s lessons are like ripples in the ocean as they help others like me move towards choosing love and coming as we are. Rachel works wonders by helping others work wonders.” –A Hands Free Mama in progress