My Connections to Play

“Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning…They have to play with what they know to be true in order to find out more, and then they can use what they learn in new forms of play.” ~ Fred Rogers (Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood)

“Children need the freedom and time to play. Play is not a luxury. Play is a necessity.” Kay Redfield Jamison (professor of psychiatry)

                   

As a child my parents supported all of my play ideas I remember reading books and imaging I was the characters in those books. My parents never stopped me from playing. At times I was a princess ruling a palace at other time I was on a deserted Island no matter what my day was like or what game I decided to play my family supported and at times even joined in.

Today I feel as children do not use imagination the way others did back in time. Today's children are a lot more knowledgeable with technology and the Internet. Children are expected and required to know more in this day and time.

Relationship Reflection

The leader of the pact that has truly inspired my life is my mom. Growing up my mother supported everything I wanted to accomplish in life. Even if it was a dream she didn't agree with she continued to show her support. my mom instilled in me all the values I needed in life to become the woman I am today. Even til this day she still continues to encourage me and all my silly ideas.

My Mom

The next person that is the light of my life the reason why I continue to be strong and live everyday to be greater is for my loving daughter Amia. She impacts my life in ways that are priceless.

My beautiful daughter & me

My dad is the greatest person for me to talk to when I need the truth. He will give me his opinion uncut and raw and by no means will he be like my mom and encourage me to try if he thinks its not a good idea. My dad has been a great inspiration in my life even as a child. I remember getting sick and my dad and I would play a game called pass the cold. That where I had to give him all my sneezes and coughs and he would kiss away my cold until I passed it to him. He always said he was bigger and stronger and could tolerate being sick better than I could!

Lil bro & our dad

My younger brother is another person that gives me the love and support family is all about. When ever I need him he is always there. Although he is bigger than me I am still the BIG sister!!!

lil bro & me

Last but not least I can not forget my Chinese Crested dog Sprout. I love him for making me feel special when ever I am sad or down I can count on him to be there to make me smile

Sprout