Susanna’s Blog
Words of Wisdom from Ashton Kutcher
Last week, one of my nieces posted a video of Ashton Kutcher speaking to his fans as he received a reward. I loved everything he had to say to the young people about valuing themselves and other people in their world. At the end of his speech, he gave this quote:...
Phil Walsh, Coach and Father… In Memory, the Lessons we can Learn
Recently, we all heard the sad news about the death of Phil Walsh, the famous A.F.L coach. This would have to be one of the most tragic stories ever told, how a son killed his father. I'm not a football fan and to be honest I hadn't heard of Phil before his death but...
Dyslexia, Value & Self Esteem – What is the Connection?
I have just read a book this week about a famous Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ben Carson. The book was written for children so they could be encouraged to believe in their potential. In the book, Dr. Carson reveals his truth about how he went through some very challenging times...
How Touch Impacts a Child’s Development
Touch is one of the essential elements of our development it is a critical component to our children growing into strong, healthy adults. Scientists are still discovering the value of touch in a child's development, physically, emotionally and...
Understanding Our Potential and that of our Children
"The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be." Ralph Waldo Emerson I saw this quote and straight away I thought of an amazing young man who has no legs and no arms. He has a torso and one flap on one side of his torso that resembles a...
Little Miracles Abroad visit Fruits of Hope Academy in Rwanda
Last month Anna and Brianna went to Rwanda, during their time there they were able to help train early childhood educators, provide amazing resources, teach the children who attend the Fruits of Hope Academy and spend time in the community. They were also lucky enough...
Creation and it's Beauty
I am sitting in one of my favourite chairs in my home with the beautiful winter sun streaming in through the window warming me and relaxing me to the core of my body and spirit. As I sit here thinking about this warmth, I realise just how nature and creation and all...
Sibling Rivalry
Children always want to know they are special and feel they are held in high esteem. They are just the same as us adults; we need to know we are appreciated and significant no matter how old we are. If their need to know they have a special place in life and that they...
How to live a life without Offense
Through the years, I have learned many keys to living a successful life. One of those keys that have allowed me to live a life of true freedom, and peace without the pressure of trying to please everyone is learning how to choose to not take on offense. I have learnt...
Upcoming Event at Little Miracles Caringbah – Fire Truck Visit on June 12th
The Power of Saying I'm Sorry and Extending Forgiveness
Did you know that 'I'm Sorry' is one of the hardest things to say? Along with 'I'm Sorry', 'I Need Help' is another tough statement. Stay tuned because I plan to write about that next week. For the sake of this article, I would like to talk about the power of...
The Power of Much
We've all heard about the power of positive thinking, good thoughts, sending the goodness of the universe and prayer to people or places. And, in saying that, you've heard me talk about the power of positive words and how we need to be speaking LIFE into our children,...