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Cultivating Gratitude Through Montessori Moments
The other day, we celebrated Canadian Thanksgiving, a day filled with the cozy chaos of cooking with my daughters. They danced and sang (perhaps a tad too loudly) while they garnished the ham and transformed the appetizers into edible masterpieces. Their eagerness to master the art of my super-succulent turkey and spiced ham was truly heartwarming.
My young ladies also took charge of setting the table, infusing it with elegance using lace and flowers, perfectly complementing our autumn-themed decor. Both my athletes swiftly came to my aid whenever I needed help reaching high shelves or lifting heavy items. Their presence was a comforting embrace.
Oh, the joys of seeing the fruits of parenting!
In this city, where my biological family is far away, I’ve nurtured a large clan over the years, many from our Montessori community. Their daughters, now in their early thirties, still join us, making our gatherings even more special.
Acknowledging that some friends faced health challenges or work commitments, I gave the mothers a well-deserved break and invited our daughters to contribute to the menu. It was a beautiful way to honor their skills and celebrate togetherness.
