Susanna’s Blog

Children are Unique
As parents it's so important to see each one of our children as unique and special in their own right. I wasn't always good at drawing these unique qualities out in my children. I remember the comments I would make, how one or the other was like Rob or myself or even...

Susanna's Top 10 Tips on Making Friends that Last
Friendships are definitely something to cherish throughout life. Friendships can make all the difference in our world, especially when we are going through challenging times. They can give us strength to 'hang in there' and 'keep going' when we feel like giving...

Moving Out of Your Comfort Zone
Last Saturday, the Little Miracles Central Coast team, ventured out to the Tree Tops Adventure Park to spend some time together. The park is situated at Yarramalong on the Central Coast not far off the Freeway. It's a place of excitement, tranquility, fun, big...

International Women's Day
This Sunday is International Women's Day and I believe this is a very significant day on the calendar. As women, we need to know our worth and value, we are very significant in the make up of society both for right now and for the future. I have been very blessed to...

Walk of Hope
Generosity and gratitude are two of the most important things we can teach our children. To give and be generous and to have a heart that is filled with gratitude opens up doors that unveil so much. In and through giving and helping others we seem to reach more of...

Valentine's Day in Retrospect
When Rob and I were young, Valentine's Day didn't exist in Australia. It was something we saw and learned about from the television and magazines. As a consequence, we've never really paid much attention to the day. It just hasn't been on our radar and subsequently it...

Education and Our Boys
As a mother of 4 amazing children, who are now adults, I love sharing stories about them and how Rob and I raised them. Our 4 children are made up of 3 very active boys and one beautiful girl who had no trouble 'keeping up' with her brothers. I love the...

Inspiring Quotes for Kids
Well friends, we are back into the swing of things. I can hardly believe we are at the end of summer holidays and soon enough we will be well into early morning sport, dance classes, school projects and so much more. The saying, 'time flies' is so true. Where does it...

The Story of Christmas
As I've been writing about the stress and the busy of this season I thought I would take this opportunity to share the true meaning of Christmas. I have gone as far as to research a few websites and have found some pretty interesting animated versions of the story...
A Few Christmas Tips
Christmas Tips Last week I wrote about relaxing and not stressing during this busy season. I hope that article resonated with some of you. This week I'd like to share a few quick ideas that can help make life easier for you. I've chosen a few food ideas that will give...

Christmas Is In The Air
It's definitely beginning to look and feel like Christmas. Our centres are decorated ever so beautifully, the children are filled with a sense of anticipation and excitement and the smell of mangoes and cherries fill the air. I wish we could bottle this...

'Little Miracles' – What's in a Name?
This week I found myself thinking about all the children in our care and the families that they represent. I was thinking thoughts of happiness, joy, love and laughter that would fill your hearts and homes. As I spent some time in this space I started thinking about...