EPISODE · Feb 16, 2026 · 9 MIN
The Space Between Us
from Montessori Dad — Respectful Parenting & Fatherhood · host J.D. Murgolo | Story House Studio
How do we explain the unexplainable to our children? In this entry, J.D. reflects on parenting through grief following the loss of his father. Watching his three and five-year-old children navigate the "Space Between Us," he explores the concept of developmental readiness and the importance of respecting a child’s pace as they process loss. It’s a quiet study in restraint, honesty, and the art of standing in the gap between an adult's understanding and a child's forming heart.Come along for a Montessori parenting journey with J.D. HERE---Continue the ConversationThis show is a production of Fragile Moments, a storytelling studio dedicated to the craft of presence. We believe the best stories don't just end when the audio stops; they breathe and create space for your own.If this episode sparked a memory, a question about the craft, or a story you’d rather speak than type, come sit at our table. You can leave a voice note for the studio or explore our resources for creators at:https://www.speakpipe.com/FragileMomentsI listen to every note personally during my Friday stewardship hours. No pressure to be polished, just be human.
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How do we explain the unexplainable to our children? In this entry, J.D. reflects on parenting through grief following the loss of his father. Watching his three and five-year-old children navigate the "Space Between Us," he explores the concept of developmental readiness and the importance of respecting a child’s pace as they process loss. It’s a quiet study in restraint, honesty, and the art of standing in the gap between an adult's understanding and a child's forming heart.Come along for a Montessori parenting journey with J.D. HERE---Continue the ConversationThis show is a production of Fragile Moments, a storytelling studio dedicated to the craft of presence. We believe the best stories don't just end when the audio stops; they breathe and create space for your own.If this episode sparked a memory, a question about the craft, or a story you’d rather speak than type, come sit at our table. You can leave a voice note for the studio or explore our resources for creators at:https://www.speakpipe.com/FragileMomentsI listen to every note personally during my Friday stewardship hours. No pressure to be polished, just be human.
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