It’s been said many times, that laughter is the best medicine. But this old proverb is more likely referring to our everyday lives and not just when we have fallen ill. It implies that in general laughter is a healthy thing for both mind and body. If that’s true, then why are … [Read more...] about Learn to Laugh Like Your Children
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Outdoor Games for Kids
What are some of your favorite memories? Do they involve working? Do they involve something sad or happy? Many of us have childhood memories that stand out more than almost any other. Among those memories there are probably several that involve outdoor games. Playing outdoors in … [Read more...] about Outdoor Games for Kids
Circle Games for Everyone to Enjoy
Circle games are a great way to get people involved and having fun interacting with each other. There are several different circle games that can be played outdoors. The following are a few examples:Tomato:For this game you have everyone sit in a circle, and one person stand at … [Read more...] about Circle Games for Everyone to Enjoy
Really Great Themes For Decorating Your Son’s Room
When you decorate a boy's room, you have to be careful not to overdo it. As moms, we get really excited about doing things and tend to overdo it. Boys are as fussy as we are about how their rooms are so you have to find exactly what he wants and what he would really like in his … [Read more...] about Really Great Themes For Decorating Your Son’s Room
Evaluating Your Child’s Preschool for Motor Activities
A favorite time for many young children in preschool is arts and crafts time, the time when they get to cut and color and paste and glue. These activities are crucial for helping children develop their fine motor skills, which they need when they begin to learn to write. … [Read more...] about Evaluating Your Child’s Preschool for Motor Activities
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to