There's a woman at the beginning of all things - Alphonse de Lamartine
Call it a clan, call it a network, call it a tribe, call it a family. Whatever you call it, whoever you are, you need one. - Jane Howard
A mother's heart is always with her children - unknown
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If children live with criticism,
They learn to condemn.
If children live with hostility,
They learn to fight.
If children live with ridicule,
They learn to be shy.
If children live with shame,
They learn to be guilty.
If children live with tolerance,
They learn to be patient.
If Children live with encouragement,
They learn confidence.
If children live with praise,
They learn to appreciate.
If children live with approval,
They learn to like themselves.
If children live with acceptance and friendship,
They learn to fund love in the world.
Dorothy Law Nolte
Affection - Warm hugs will nurture me and make this world a much friendlier place.
Acceptance - Appreciate me for the individual I am with all my unique gifts and special talents.
Respect - Treat me like an important and valuable person, and I'll learn to respect and honor myself and others.
Praise - Tell me all the things you appreciate about me so I'll know how wonderful I really am.
Security - Give me boundaries that will allow me to grow safely, feel secure, and overcome my fears.
Honesty - Share your true feelings and admit mistakes, and remember that even when it doesn't seem like it sometimes, I'm trying my best.
Forgiveness - Remind me that nobody's perfect and that it feels much better to forgive than to hold a grudge.
Encouragement - Support me and be positive as I try new things, and I'll have the courage to keep exploring.
Openess - Listen to me and be open to what you may be able to learn from me.
Love - If you care for me in all these ways, you will be giving me the best life has to offer.
