Gratitude When Others Are “Winning”…and We Aren’t
As adults, we know how bad it can feel when it seems like everyone else is winning or thriving, and we just…arenโt. This is hard for our kids, too. They might see other kids get awards and recognition, when they…
Gratitude for Talents and Abilities
Each of us is gifted in some way. It might be in sports, band, dance, drawing, painting, martial arts, choir, writing, editing, crafting, photography, memorization, storytelling, comedy, baking, sewing, woodworking, conversing, listening, gardening, knitting, decorating, problem-solving, doing magic tricks… The…
Gratitude for Teachers, Coaches, Directors, Etc.
Some of the most influential people in our childrenโs lives are often their teachers, coaches, directors, and others who are in positions of leadership over our kids. These are some tough, tough, jobs, but they are so important. Probably most…
Gratitude for Music
Music… Whether we sing, play an instrument, or simply listen to others do so, each of us probably has a real appreciation for music. In fact, I donโt think Iโve ever met anyone who doesnโt like music in at least…
The Power of Music
Music has the power to motivate, validate, comfort, energize, inspire, lift us up, or bring us down. I’ve seen it in my own life, and I’ve seen its effects on each of my children. My five kids (now teenagers and…
Kids and Their Talents
My firstborn, Callie, recently had the privilegeโand joy!โof performing in her first big musical. She played the role of Narrator 4 in Ridgeland High Schoolโs production of Aladdin, Jr. I cannot describe how much I loved watching her on that stage! Performing…
Music Review: Slugs & Bugs
Looking for music that will entertain and engage your young children but wonโt drive you crazy at the same time? Iโd like to introduce you to the entire Slugs & Bugs collection. Randall Goodgame and Andrew Peterson, both seasoned singer/songwriters,…
