Tag Archives: silliness

Beating The Burnout of School’s “February Blues”

Posted on 01/11/2012 by

Image via Wikipedia As adults, we are quite familiar with the term “burnout.”  We understand and are gentle with our friends and family who seem to be struggling with the symptoms that suggest they are emotionally and physically fatigued with … Continue reading →

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When Summer Doesn’t Include a Vacation

Posted on 06/15/2011 by

Two years ago my husband and I had our first “STAYCATION.”  It actually started out as a supposed one day “gosh, what can we do for fun and not drive too far?” We live on the ocean.  It’s generally cool … Continue reading →

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Make Chores into Games

Posted on 05/16/2011 by

“I’m always the last one picked.” “Why do I always have to keep score?” “Only ten guys get to play.  I’m never good enough.” Games are for winners and losers, right?  Not really.  Games are for the enjoyment of all, … Continue reading →

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