Lost in the Winter Snow...

This winter has been very busy, and I have neglected the blog. This is not to say I have neglected my quest for family togetherness- but it has been hard to get to the Blog. A lot has gone on lately- most notably, a lot of thought about priorities and being the architect of the life I want to live, and give.

I have also uncovered many interesting articles about families, children and communities. I plan to share these articles on this blog, as you may also find the topics interesting.

I heard a great quote from a friend recently “Even if my son is not “good” student, I can make sure he is a “good” person.” I think that sums it up perfectly- as society pushes children to excel academically, we lose sight of what is really important; teaching our children to hold doors for people, to say please and thank you, help a friend in need and consider feelings over fights. ..

On a slightly different topic, NPR recently produced a great piece (link below) on imaginative play for children and the effect this type of play has on cognitive development and executive function. After I read this article I found myself wondering about teenagers. If this latest generation has grown up with the electronic “low imagination” toys the article references, how has this affected their executive function as teens and adults? I’m wondering if an ADD diagnoses could be confused with just poor executive function skills….. something to consider.. I’m interested in what you think…

Thanks for reading… more soon.

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=19212514