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Sugarfoot Princess
Photo by Shaun M. Baker The Sugarfoot Princess By LaShawn Baker Have you ever felt the need to have a great adventure? To take a journey to leave everyday normal life? To experience something so unreal that it can only be a dream? Kiaha the Sugarfoot princess had such an adventure.
By LaShawn Denise Baker5 years ago in Families
A Little Death
1. I knew I was done with illusions when my Mother smelt something dead in my brand new basement bedroom. I had yet to smell anything, but she’s always sensed these things far sooner than I, and perhaps always will. This probably accounts for her constant melancholy disposition despite any newness, goodness, or excitement in life. Something dark always awaits, even in the shiniest of times, maybe most especially in those times - where we hold our breath in waiting for the guillotine to fall.
By Madeline Rose 5 years ago in Families
The Battle
It was a Thursday and the very last day of school on June 24,2021. Kids were spending the day with their grandmother who they had not seen in over 6years and had come to visit from Washington State for a few days. Little did we know, that on this particular day, would be the day our lives changed for the worst.
By AzteckPrincess265 years ago in Families
Overcoming Parental Guilt About School
Introduction A lot of parents get it. They realize that the children of moms and dads who regularly communicate with teachers, who are visible at school functions, and regularly promote learning at home are better students. That means that these students earn higher grades, their school attendance is more consistent, behavioral concerns are decreased, and the list of other positive outcomes continues.
By Dr Deborah M Vereen5 years ago in Families
Mandy and the Ghost Dog
My name is Mandy. I’m going to tell you a very strange story about a spooky white streak that flew into my life. Moving to a new house isn’t easy. My job was to pack up all my toys and stuffed animals. How could I get all my toys in three boxes for Pete’s sake? I told my mom I needed more boxes. She said, “Well, maybe you should think about donating some of your toys? There are lots of children that don’t have any.” In a while my mom brought in another box marked “Donations.” “Your Dad and I are donating some of our things too. Think of this as a new beginning!” Many things have changed this year. My dad got a new job in a new town. I’m going to a new school. And then there’s Boo, my beautiful white dog. I loved her so much. She had beautiful blue eyes and a big fluffy tail. Boo died last year. We were all so sad. I have her red collar. I always keep it with me.
By Dea Stevens 5 years ago in Families
My Long Lost Love
Board Games....I miss them so...even though I sit in a room with, at least, 100 of them right now. But who do I play them with? Very rarely anyone, usually my grandchildren, with made up rules. Or a game of Rummy with Mom (who has dementia and makes up her own rules occasionally, but still plays like a champ, which is amazing to me, because she can barely communicate anymore, but we can still connect with rummy) :-( I know growing up, Mom taught us to play rummy and we played together all the time. We also had board games too, but rummy was our go-to. It was some of the best family time that I can remember! I play some card and board games online, but the face-to-face interaction is more of what I miss, of a card or board game, than the playing of the game itself. Why are we all so bored, yet rush, rush, rushing? SLOW DOWN! Sit down with a friend and play a game! Always keep a deck of cards or a handful of dice in your pocket or purse. Go to a thrift store and buy one board game and have that on your coffee table, ready to play at the drop of a hat.
By T. K. Wilson5 years ago in Families
How Does Nature Impact Children’s Well-Being?
How often do you see joyful children playing outside with their peers, swept up in the excitement and jubilantly singing alongside the chirping birds? Unfortunately, that seems to be a less common scene these days. The never-ending games of hide and seek have been replaced by multi-player sessions of Animal Crossing.
By Faye McCullagh5 years ago in Families
10 Advantages of Playing Outdoor Games for Kids
More than 29% of the world population consists of people below the age of 18 years. We generally call them kids. It is prevalent to see a gadget in the hands of every kid. But is it benefiting them? For physical and mental well-being, games and sports are essential. Elders, especially parents, should encourage these youngsters to participate in outdoor activities. The youngsters can join youth football camps, athletics group games, etc. Outdoor games are team games. Group games like football, baseball, basketball, etc., will help them build precision towards the game and life. Let us find out the fundamental advantages of involving in an outdoor game.
By Diamond Sports Group5 years ago in Families
