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Focus and Light – We never have all we need but it will be enough
I have a field that I keep weed-free. I have been doing this now for two years. I have learned many things while toiling in the field. This week, two experiences gelled for me that I believe will be highly meaningful to some of you. Because I want you to get the full import of what I am attempting to...
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Sparks Bring Learning to Life!
What Are Sparks? I have talked about children's 'SPARKS' in numerous articles and in my book, Becoming A Present Parent. In fact, the issue of Sparks came up in last week's comments - Can Children LOVE Learning? What's a Spark, you may ask? Well, a Spark is anything that a child says or does that lets you know they're interested in...
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Can Children LOVE Learning?
For many families, school has begun in earnest. Whether you are using the public system, a private system, or homeschooling, September usually means we are deep into it. Some years back, I wrote an article about how to help children remain lifelong learners, to become lovers of learning. As I reread it, I was reminded of the value of helping our...
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Is there a deeper truth?
How it all started! Alzheimer's is a challenging disease to deal with. The brain isn't consistent. So today, my mom can remember something, and tomorrow she has no clue. It is a temptation to repeat things, hoping the information will somehow stick. The dog has to be in the middle of the pad. This is a porta-potty. Don't use the garbage...