This article is much
This article is much appreciated and I think I definitely needed to hear that play is so important! After a very stressful month of July I now realize that I "played" very little...I suppose I could...
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Thanks for the book recommendation! This blog was a great reminder about the importance of play, regardless of your age. Based on the list of play personalities, I most identify with the Storyteller...
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This was such a refreshing article. Right now just walking into Walmart and seeing all the school supplies is enough to get my mind racing of all that needs to be done in this short amount of time. But...
View ArticleAs I think about play, I am
As I think about play, I am one who thrives getting out and being active. In the summer I love to walk, run, or rollerblade. In the winter, I love to be outside skating and playing pick up hockey. I...
View ArticleThis article was just what I
This article was just what I needed! I have been struggling all summer with balancing wants and needs. I feel guilty if I stay up reading a good book(my favorite thing) or if I put aside thoughts of...
View ArticleHi Jen, that must be tough,
Hi Jen, that must be tough, finding the balance between preparing for next year, studying and enjoying your summer. One thing I found that was helpful is to think of it this way: We owe it to...
View ArticleAs a kindergarten teacher I
As a kindergarten teacher I've always believed in the power of play. It's great to read about the importance of that as an adult too. I have enjoyed many impromptu dance parties with my daughter, spa...
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Thanks for this refreshing article, Elena! I have always believed in the power of play, but sometimes it's the first thing we forget about or put off to the side. This summer has been a busy summer for...
View ArticleI love that the article gives
I love that the article gives us permission to "play". I guess I thought of the water fight first as a kind of play, but reading on I realize that I play comes in different forms. My husband and I...
View ArticleI was really needing this
I was really needing this article to remind me to take time for "me" and to play. Especially during this time of year, I tend to get so busy with work, preparing Thanksgiving meal for family, and...
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