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2015-04-16T00:18:11-04:00

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Celebrate Earth Day Pagan Style!

Last updated on: April 16, 2015 at 12:18 am By Molly Khan

Earth Day is a fantastic secular holiday; but for us who think of the earth as a spiritual entity, it is a great opportunity for our children to learn about our faith! Read more

2015-04-08T22:57:20-04:00

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What Good is Paganism for Families?

Last updated on: April 8, 2015 at 10:57 pm By Molly Khan

Paganism has a reputation of being for teenagers and experimenting twenty-somethings, but I honestly feel like it's the best choice for a mother of three from the midwest as well! Read more

2015-04-08T12:18:23-04:00

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The 4 best reads from March

Last updated on: April 8, 2015 at 12:18 pm By Sarah Whedon

Articles on birth and death, families and ancestor work. Read more

2015-04-02T11:26:16-04:00

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Beltane Flowers for our Neighbors

Last updated on: April 2, 2015 at 11:26 am By Molly Khan

As a single Pagan, I understood the eight holidays of the Wheel of the Year in a very different way than I do now as a mother connecting to my community. Here's some simple suggestions for bringing the joy of Beltane to friends and neighbors without pushing religion on anyone. Read more

2015-03-12T16:13:32-04:00

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5 Things my Kids Taught Me about Beauty

Last updated on: March 12, 2015 at 4:13 pm By Molly Khan

My children have taught me so many things over the years, but the most important as a Pagan parent has been an appreciation for the beauty all around me. Read more

2015-03-02T12:11:00-05:00

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3 great reads for Pagan parents

Last updated on: March 2, 2015 at 12:11 pm By Sarah Whedon

Pagan Families is a multi-author blog about Paganism, pregnancy, parenting, and family life, yes, but it’s also a resource library and a community discussion forum. We publish new articles here. We share and discuss them and lots more on Facebook and Twitter. Then each month, I round up the best new writing and resources and put it into a post, like this one for February. But first, a bit of news: we welcome Jason Mankey as the new Patheos Pagan editor... Read more

2015-02-25T00:46:28-05:00

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Children Who Rest with My Ancestors: Part 1

Last updated on: February 25, 2015 at 12:46 am By Molly Khan

Sometimes the most painful, terrible experiences can also be doors to a better understanding of the world around us. The story of my miscarriage ends on a hopeful note; I am learning to cope with the heartbreak. Read more

2015-02-21T19:22:21-05:00

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What Nights Are For

Last updated on: February 21, 2015 at 7:22 pm By cbcabeen

I lie awake in the dark with my children beside me, one on each side. The little one snuggles with her whole body, the big one with just an outstretched hand. I remember when she followed me in her sleep like a sunflower follows the sun; now when she does that, it usually means she needs another blanket. As I write this, I’m starting the slow process of night-weaning my second child, and it’s gotten me thinking on how we... Read more

2015-02-18T10:56:22-05:00

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When Kids Meet the Gods

Last updated on: February 18, 2015 at 10:56 am By Molly Khan

What's the difference between an imaginary friend and a child that communicates with the spirits? Maybe not that much. Read more

2015-02-14T14:50:35-05:00

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The Importance of Self Care

Last updated on: February 14, 2015 at 2:50 pm By Molly Khan

Learning how to take time out for ourselves - whether that means limiting ritual hosting to four times a year, or accepting that it's okay to let a toddler cry for a few minutes while you rinse the shampoo out of your hair - is an essential part of being healthy, happy human beings. Read more

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