by Wilrieke | Feb 28, 2022 | Non Monogamy, Polyamory & Open Relating, Parenting, Relationships
When I talk with other parents about introducing new partners to their kids, most of them are quite careful. In order not to upset their children’s world too much when a new partner enters a parents’ life, most of them let a relationship grow over time to...
by Wilrieke | Oct 14, 2021 | Nervous System and Trauma, Parenting
SELF REGULATION LIKE A PRO She’s a pro, my Little Pirate. On day three of our holiday with one of my best friends, the Archeologist, and his three kids, she’s wearing her oversized pyjamas, my vest, and her favourite stuffed bunny is within reaching...
by Wilrieke | Jul 26, 2021 | Courage & Fear, Emotions & Insecurity, Gender & being queer, Non Monogamy, Polyamory & Open Relating, Parenting, Relationships, Sexuality
There is this idea about romantic relationships that they either exist or not. In Dutch we say it’s “on” or it is “off”. There may be a “blinker-phase” where the on and off alternate at a pace faster than gossip can catch up...
by Wilrieke | Oct 11, 2020 | Courage & Fear, Emotions & Insecurity, Parenting, Spirituality
My recent spiritual practice is simple. It’s simple but not easy. It takes commitment, trust, and many deep breaths. What it is? Just one sentence: “And so it is.” It means deep acceptance of life as it comes. To see daily practicalities relative to...
by Wilrieke | Jun 23, 2020 | Emotions & Insecurity, Non Monogamy, Polyamory & Open Relating, Parenting, Sexuality, Spirituality
This is an ever-evolving collection of resources for white folk who desire to educate themselves about racism, white supremacy, colonialism, cultural appropriation etc. The first lesson I received and would like to share is this: Listen. Listen to those voices who...
by Wilrieke | Dec 4, 2019 | Courage & Fear, Emotions & Insecurity, Parenting, Relationships, Tantra
Eight years ago on this night, I wasn’t sleeping. My body was feeling the contractions of my third child coming. The Little Pirate was on her way. Her birth was special. It was calm, peaceful, fast. Just like her sisters, she came out of my womb on a stool in...
