The Craziness of Modern Motherhood and the Spiritual Lessons I Learned from my Zen Masters in Diapers.
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"Engaging, fast paced and a clear sense of humor make the reader want to keep going. There are many great mental images, good sense and acquired wisdom apparent from the beginning and sustained. Great work and valuable distillations for readers." --Kevin Hrebik, Editor for Halo Publishing International and former copyeditor for the world-famous "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series. (added by author)
Having children creates a whole new set of spiritual experiences. Taking a stab at being "New Age, Natural, Organic, Modern Chic" parents and adult mentors, we (or at least, I) straddle this "I'm clever, aren't I?" and "Ok, so I'm not making all my baby food and using cloth diapers." You'll enjoy getting to know Leta as she shares her personal journey and candid struggles on raising children as a 'modern mother.'" --Michelle A. Payton, author of Adventures of a Mainstream Metaphysical Mom, www.michellepayton.com (added by author)
"Does God exist in stir fry?" Leta Hamilton asks. And her response is yes, but it's not easy to find him there. All too many mothers succumb to the dirty dishes, constant requests from our toddlers and mounds of laundry and put any higher level of thinking on hold until "later." But what if that later never comes? And sure t is difficult, but Hamilton proves it is possible to devote time and energy to learn, contemplate, and read about spirituality, balance, and other concepts more complex than "Mac and cheese or tofu dogs tonight?" She not only ponders these large questions, she writes about them in a humorous, honest, acceptable way. And in doing so, she is able to pique even the most harried mom's curiosity and give her a break from the mundane by providing a window to the sublime. I like your writing." --Corbin Lewars Seattle-area author, editor, and writing mentor. Her most recent memoir, Creating a Life, is out now. Corbin is the founder and editor of the print zine Reality Mom, and offers her much-praised editing and mentoring services to blossoming writers in need of assistance. http://www.corbinlewars.com/ (added by author)
"An insightful and funny look at the chaos and complexities of modern parenting with an original and touching spiritual dimension. I sent copies to my three daughters!" --Brenda Miller, Certified Professional Coach, Certified Radical Forgiveness Coach, Voice Dialogue Facilitator www.brendamiller.org (added by author)
"Leta brings "REAL LIFE" with a humorous edge to what we all feel and go through as parents. She brings comedy, sarcasm all rolled in with love, compassion and understanding. Now there is a book out there that can take the humor and the reality of being parents in today's world and all that can bring from tantrums to guilt and mixed all in there validation and understanding from one parent to another. Thank you Leta!"
Having children creates a whole new set of spiritual experiences. Taking a stab at being "New Age, Natural, Organic, Modern Chic" parents and adult mentors, we (or at least, I) straddle this "I'm clever, aren't I?" and "Ok, so I'm not making all my baby food and using cloth diapers." You'll enjoy getting to know Leta as she shares her personal journey and candid struggles on raising children as a 'modern mother.'" --Michelle A. Payton, author of Adventures of a Mainstream Metaphysical Mom, www.michellepayton.com (added by author)
"Does God exist in stir fry?" Leta Hamilton asks. And her response is yes, but it's not easy to find him there. All too many mothers succumb to the dirty dishes, constant requests from our toddlers and mounds of laundry and put any higher level of thinking on hold until "later." But what if that later never comes? And sure t is difficult, but Hamilton proves it is possible to devote time and energy to learn, contemplate, and read about spirituality, balance, and other concepts more complex than "Mac and cheese or tofu dogs tonight?" She not only ponders these large questions, she writes about them in a humorous, honest, acceptable way. And in doing so, she is able to pique even the most harried mom's curiosity and give her a break from the mundane by providing a window to the sublime. I like your writing." --Corbin Lewars Seattle-area author, editor, and writing mentor. Her most recent memoir, Creating a Life, is out now. Corbin is the founder and editor of the print zine Reality Mom, and offers her much-praised editing and mentoring services to blossoming writers in need of assistance. http://www.corbinlewars.com/ (added by author)
"An insightful and funny look at the chaos and complexities of modern parenting with an original and touching spiritual dimension. I sent copies to my three daughters!" --Brenda Miller, Certified Professional Coach, Certified Radical Forgiveness Coach, Voice Dialogue Facilitator www.brendamiller.org (added by author)
"Leta brings "REAL LIFE" with a humorous edge to what we all feel and go through as parents. She brings comedy, sarcasm all rolled in with love, compassion and understanding. Now there is a book out there that can take the humor and the reality of being parents in today's world and all that can bring from tantrums to guilt and mixed all in there validation and understanding from one parent to another. Thank you Leta!"
SOURCE6: Emily Deitrich Writer, Poet, mother of 2 (added by author)
REVIEW6: "Leta Hamilton has written a book I wish I had when I was raising toddlers. Her calm, humorous and reassuring commentary makes the absurdities and mistakes seem surmountable--and more than that, essential to the growth of the kids AND the mom. Her mission statement as a mother is inspiring, not intimidating, and her frank exploration of her own foibles will make moms of toddlers sigh with relief: "I'm not alone!"
SOURCE7: Christine M.
REVIEW7: "Your thoughts are so insightful and it is refreshing to realize that I am not alone. So many things you write about are feelings and thoughts I have had and thought I was the only one. I am enjoying every word. I even had to read some of it to my husband when he got home tonight. You really are a great writer and have a great sense of humor. I can't wait to read more." --Sue Lundquist, Author, Radio show host, www.imthankful.com (added by author)
About the Author
Leta is a mother of 3 boys between the ages of 8 months and 5 years. In her former life she worked in the Private Equity industry, but said goodbye to that career in order to focus on her writing and her children. Her interest in spirituality and her role as full-time mom led her to write The Way of The Toddler, which is her first book to be published. She currently lives in the greater Seattle area with her husband and children.
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Leta is a mother of 3 boys between the ages of 8 months and 5 years. In her former life she worked in the Private Equity industry, but said goodbye to that career in order to focus on her writing and her children. Her interest in spirituality and her role as full-time mom led her to write The Way of The Toddler, which is her first book to be published. She currently lives in the greater Seattle area with her husband and children.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book, funny read with a quite profound spiritual aspect,
This review is from: The Way of the Toddler (Hardcover)
I liked the author's down to earth approach, made me laugh, and the way in which the mundane is transformed into something really enriching in a concious but not preachy way. It's fun getting to know the author as the book builds on funny day to day toddler stories to start revealing the insights she finds within the small child chaos that constantly erupts around her. This is a Moms book, but as a dad it let me both empathize a little more with Moms and to see more deeply into my own experience with my young (and now not so young) children. Loved it.
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From The Mouths of Babes...,
This review is from: The Way of the Toddler (Hardcover)
Reading through ' The Way of the Toddler '; there are times that I catch myself laughing out loud. Other times I smile and / or nod in recognition. The name can mislead you into thinking this is a book only for moms with young children. But in reading the smaller print under the title ; it gives you a heads up about the spiritual lessons that are throughout this book. And these lessons apply not only to moms of young children, but to all of us. *smiles* I was reminded of the innocence that lives within all of us; that longs to come out and play but is too concerned with what others think. As adults we take life too seriously; instead of enjoying it with all our hearts. Yes, children can be great Zen Masters. *smiles* There is so much wisdom here; not for sticking in your goodie bag for a rainy day...but some real stuff for every day. What a beautiful peek inside Leta's Heart. *smiles*
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A shared humanity...,
This review is from: The Way of the Toddler (Hardcover)
You know that saying about "making lemons of lemonade" or others about accepting challenges gracefully and positively? Well, the thing is Leta truly lives this without sacrificing her human authenticity or ever giving up on trust, creativity and joy. With a great amount of humor and humility, Leta accepts deeply the notion that our children are here to teach us and in doing so shows how this can make us ever more competent guides for those we are charged to care for. Leta faces cultural pressures about mothering head-on: "I'm not asking to be some kind of Zen-mommy who remains calm, cool and collected not matter what is going on around her, permanently settled in a metaphorical lotus position with a perma-grin on her face..." She engages the ultra-earthy path of mothering -- from biological blow-outs to the two-year-old tantrums -- and proves that at the end of the day, our deepest bond with our children just might be our shared humanity.
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