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On ‘seeds of hope’ and grad from a parent’s eyes
On ‘seeds of hope’ and grad from a parent’s eyes
On ‘seeds of hope’ and grad from a parent’s eyes
Friday 9th August 2024
Carissa Halton shares her emotional journey through her daughter's graduation, reflecting on the small yet significant moments of parenting.
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Episode Overview
- Graduation is an emotional milestone for both students and parents.
- Small parenting moments contribute significantly to child development.
- There is a lack of rituals for parents to mark their children's milestones.
- Being present and responsive to children is crucial at all ages.
- Community support plays a vital role in the parenting journey.
I found myself becoming emotional in a way I had just absolutely not being prepared for
Graduation is a milestone not just for students but also for parents. In this heartfelt episode of People First Radio, Edmonton mum Carissa Halton shares her emotional journey through her daughter’s high school graduation. Carissa reminisces about her own graduation and the unexpected surge of emotions she felt watching her daughter walk across the stage.
She reflects on the small yet significant moments of parenting, from reading bedtime stories to walking to the grocery store, and how these seemingly mundane activities contribute to a child's development. Carissa also discusses the lack of rituals for parents to mark their children's milestones and how writing an article for CBC became her way of processing these emotions. She highlights the importance of being present and responsive to children, even as they grow older and their needs change.
Carissa’s reflections offer a touching insight into the complexities of parenting and the bittersweet nature of watching children grow up. This episode is a poignant reminder that parenting is a continuous journey filled with small victories and emotional challenges. Carissa’s story will resonate with anyone who has experienced the joy and heartache of seeing their children reach significant milestones.
If you're a parent, guardian, or anyone involved in raising children, this episode will offer comfort and perhaps even a few tears as you reflect on your own experiences. Tune in to hear Carissa’s candid and moving account of her daughter’s graduation, and perhaps take a moment to celebrate your own parenting journey.