Grow through the challenges of parenting

Quality of life

I love being a mom. Seeing a child meet milestones, find a passion, explore an interest – these are the cool moments. It’s the challenging times I don’t enjoy so much – at least when I’m in them. The “I hate you” moments of...

Adventures in Sound and Music

Music, Preschool

Play and exploration are how a child learns. Having adventures in sound and music is a joy to add to the mix. Sometimes books can be used to aid the process. Squeak, Rumble, Whomp! Whomp! Whomp!: A Sonic Adventure by Wynton Marsalis and Paul Rogers is a wonderful book...

Thankful for children

Music, Quality of life

I am thankful for children. They remind me to: …focus on the person. Watch a child watching a caregiver. They focus. They coo. They respond. When we focus we encourage people to be a part of our world. …see the world with fresh eyes. Everything is new. The...

Dreaming in the Library – Preschool music & books

Music, Music Therapy, Preschool, Theme

The Hays Public Library Children’s Department has a summer theme of “Dream Big, READ”. I love this theme. Libraries are a great resource. Not only are the shelves filled with resources for entertainment and enrichment. They hold some amazing...

What is appropriate stimulation for your child?

Music, Preschool, Resources

A recent post by Marilyn Price-Mitchell titled Are We Over Stimulating Young Children? has a summary of Dr. Dimitri Christakis’s study including a TEDxRainier video I encourage you to watch.  The research indicates prolonged exposure to rapid image changes...