A mother is a child's first looking glass into the world.

Our greatest duty to our children is to love them first.  Secondly, it is to teach them.  Not to frighten, force, or intimidate our children into submission, but to effectively teach them so that they have the knowledge and tools to govern themselves.

Mind what you say, but mind more closely what you do. For though children close their ears to you, their eyes remain wide open.

Children rarely follow parental advice unless it is acted out repeatedly. It’s called being an example.

Effective parenting requires being the grown up version of what you want your children to be. Why? Because example is the most compelling superpower.

Validate my existence with your words and I will speak to you all the day long.

Children harbor a great many doubts and sorrows that could be eased by a loving hug from a parent.

I may deserve your disappointment as well as a lecture and strict discipline, but what I need is your understanding, your guidance, and your unconditional love.

I am but the reflection in your eyes, the effect of your expressions, and the sum of your praise and criticism.