Inspired by social media feeds of parents who are talking about “Trying to entertain the kids” – I thought I’d attempt to tackle this hot topic in parenting. You may …
To learn 10 ways to find new places to play – you first need to learn a little about your play trips guide — ME! Read why I’m the perfect …
Note to readers: This post was written in a particularly raw moment in my play advocacy life. Although I stand by most of this post – except maybe the emotional …
What if you chose not to be busy? And when I say “busy” – I mean the frantic, too-much-on-your-plate, panicky sense of the word. You know, when you are so overwhelmed you …
Once upon a time, in a land far away . . . a mom had time to think. (I know. This NEVER happens. Even in fairytale world. Just play along.) …
My friend, Christie, texted me about the Huell Howser Exhibit at Chapman University when it first opened to the public in March 2014. The anniversary of Huell’s passing (January 2013) …
John “Verm” Sherman’s photography classes at the 2014 Asilomar Family Nature Summit were completely enlightening and disheartening all at the same time. I took 3 classes with Verm over the …
Play doesn’t happen without boredom. Think back to your own childhood. When did the really fun stuff happen? I bet it was when you were bored. I remember one particularly …
My mom is so wise . . . Sssshhhh! Don’t tell her I said that. My mom is so wise . . . that if you’ve known me for any …
Hello, I’m Michele and I’m a parent. As a group, parents get blamed for overprotecting our children or hovering or helicoptering — all of which prevent our children from experiencing …