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Time is My Friend. Well, I Am Working On It!
I’ve been journaling for decades. I don’t write every day or even every week. Some years I am more consistent than others. But I have recorded many experiences over the years, that were meaningful and taught me something valuable. Several years ago, I began reading entries and if things had changed, I didn’t feel the same, or I had learned more,...
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How Can We Consitently Say – You Are in My Thoughts, You Matter to Me?
I have a short list of thoughts/ideas I’m pondering. This list keeps important objectives at the front of my mind lest I forget. : ) In October I wrote this on the list – “How can I strengthen my relationship with each grandchild and great-grandchild despite age, technology, or distance.” There are impediments of time, finances, the ability to travel, different...
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How to Determine a Successful Activity? Story 2
Let’s pick up where we left off last week. I shared a cookie-baking experience I had with some neighbor children, who were my buddies. Today, I share the second baking experience, one I had with two of my grandchildren. Watch for the connections as we explore how to determine a successful activity. Story 2 The second cookie bake occurred some months after...
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How to Determine a Successful Activity – Story 1
In the article published on Oct. 13, I told you I LOVE using sparks and that in the coming months, I would share experiences I have had with them that can Spark you with bonding activities for your family. As promised, here is a spark I followed with two groups of children. However, I want you to notice something else as...