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The Glove
2015 ‘Just here please, on the corner. Thanks.’ Barbara thrust a £20 pound note at the driver as he pulled into the curb. ‘Keep the change.’ Bending to scoop up her canvas shoulder-bag from the floor, her eye was caught by a flash of vermillion under the front seat. On impulse she stuffed the item into her jacket pocket, before exiting the taxi. She glanced at the clock above the station entrance opposite. She was just going to make it. A biting March easterly swept off the Tyne, snaking through the streets, snatching at the hats and scarves of people hurrying between imposing neoclassical structures. Buses queued at obstinate traffic lights. She inhaled their fumes mixed with drifting odours of stale cooking oil from nearby take-aways.
By Agathos Daimon3 years ago in Families
The Audacity of a Child
My youngest granddaughter judges me. Frankly she judges everybody, but she judges me for having crumbs on the dining room, kitchen and often living room floors. She judges me with so much audacity. The crumbs on my floor are exclusively because of her but that doesn’t deter the judgment. I watched her throw a clump of rice from her high chair table onto said floor because it was “too loud”, yet she still judges me. Her “Gigi, there are crumbs” is said with so much indignation that I am speechless. Anyone that knows me knows that speechless doesn’t usually happen. When I let her know that she was almost solely responsible for the crumb situation, I am completely ignored. I get side eye and more judgment if any acknowledgment at all for my comment. This is the same little girl that would remove her soiled pull-up after nap time and throw it overboard from her crib to land mid-room. When her mommy would ask her why there is a nappy on the floor, and if she was responsible for it’s location, she would reply “ I don't see it” shooing her away with a royal wave of her tiny hand. I want to live my life with that kind of audacity.
By Karolyn Denson Landrieux3 years ago in Families
English Lessons for Kids Online: How is it Like?
Here is why it is best to take free English lessons for kids. The great advantages of learning a language online. Parents always want what is best for their kids and want them to grow and learn and become better humans. You may want your child to speak English fluently since it is the most spoken language worldwide. The best time to introduce a second language to your child is before age 15.
By smithpatrick3 years ago in Families
5 Ways to Teach Preschoolers about Money
Money is a "best-of-both-worlds" topic. Having money as an adult is fantastic. It's enjoyable to spend it. It can even be exciting to save it. However, not having enough of it or having it all go to absolute necessities can be stressful and discouraging. Many adults probably wish they had received more financial advice when they were younger. The good news is that it's never too early to start teaching your child about money. If you have a preschooler, who attends a preschool having preschool interactive activities here are five ways to teach your child about money.
By Amit Kumar3 years ago in Families
Kidnapped
We drove up the snowy, winding road toward the cozy A-frame cabin. Still laughing at the directions from the rental agency, “count 19 bridges, turn right, pass a church with three crosses, turn left, next left and look for the sign ‘Falling Waters”, we were glad to arrive at the cabin. We continued to laugh when we realized that the namesake waterfall was frozen solid!
By Linda Beaulieu3 years ago in Families
5 Tips for Parents to Boost Their Kids’ Self Confidence
Self-esteem and self-confidence are important indicators of personality development in children. A child's self-confidence helps them grow in all aspects of their life and makes them feel more confident. Positive teaching with study material for preschool entails creating an environment in which children and young children can feel empowered about their personality and being. It is easy for your child to feel nervous and insecure in an age when there is so much discourse online. Furthermore, low self-esteem is detrimental to their emotional and social development. It impedes skill development because your child lacks confidence in their ability to learn properly. As parents, we are not only their caregivers, but also their biggest supporters. Continue reading if you want to learn essential parenting tips to help your child achieve optimal self-confidence.
By Amit Kumar3 years ago in Families
