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Quote Of The Month You don't really understand human nature unless you know why a child on a merry-go-round will wave at his parents every time around - and why his parents will always wave back. Editorial When Mari asked me to write this month's editorial, I was excited and a little nervous. Way back when, before starting Rock-It Productions, I was actually a newspaper reporter. One of my favorite things about being a reporter was that I was able to write a column a few times a month. Since I haven't done so in quite a few years....the number, of course, not being important...I wondered if I still had "it." Actually, since I'm quickly nearing "mid life" (again, numbers are not important here), I have been wondering quite often if I still had a lot of things. What, really, is "it?" Is "it" the ability to do front hand springs down the front lawn? Is "it" the desire to party all night and sleep all day? Is "it" the ability to wear a belly shirt and barely there shorts? Or maybe "it" is when you're watching your 3-year-old try to get your dog to blow bubbles in the fresh spring air....or you're watching your 6- and 8-year olds have the time of their lives running home from the bus stop in the rain...or you're snuggled on the couch with your 4-year-old watching a princess movie and are told, "You look just like a princess too, Mommy." And then again, maybe "it" is like spring...."when you feel like whistling even with a shoe full of slosh" (Doug Larson). You feel like whistling even with a shoe full of slosh. Hmmm.....it's definitely spring. There will definitely be slosh. I used to be a pretty good whistler. By golly, I think I do still have "it!" That's quite a relief! Now, I can finally get back to writing this column. But actually, I don't think I have much left to say. I think I've already said it. During this season of spring and rebirth and new life, take the time to find "it" for yourself--whistle and slosh to your heart's content! Happy “It!” Jamie Puffpaff Reading Rocks! Recommendations
Kid Rock "Party In The Spotlight" The Wiggles No one's as wiggly as a cute, cuddly bunny! Unless it's a preschooler, of course! Put a little exta wiggle into your day with a Wiggles party! Your child will love playing along to songs such as:
Reserve your party date today! Email to parties@rockitkids.com or call us at 847-961-6584. Craft Of The Month Washcloth Bunny Materials:
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Having a party? Don't forget to invite Kid Rock! If you are in our neighborhood, we happily provide stress-free, interactive children's party entertainment for any function. Or, make it a Kid Rock day no matter where you live, with our perfectly assembled gift bags and party favors! Visit the official Kid Rock website at http://www.rockitkids.com/ Snack Of The Month Bunny in a Cup Ingredients:
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4 servings Music Rocks! Recommendations
Motor Activity Of The Month Here is a Bunny Here is a bunny And here is a hole in the ground (put soles of feet together to make a hole between legs) When a noise he hears And jumps in the hole in the ground. (lean forward, putting hands through the hole made by your legs) Note: This motor activity was used courtesy of Songs for Teaching. Photos and alternative fingerplay instructions can be found on the site. Special Guest Article Pieces of Time and Pivotal Moments Life is comprised of pieces of time sprinkled with pivotal moments. On this particular day, I was helping my mom redo her bedroom. We rearranged the furniture, cleaned, polished and changed the curtains and bedding. Then out came the new floral arrangements, potpourri and matching candles. Proudly, we stepped back to admire our work. That's when Mom decided we needed a little atmosphere and she lit the candles. Evidently, there was a residue of cleaning solution on her hands, because the moment she flicked the lighter, flames burst in the air. Large blisters instantly formed on her hands and she began to shake. As the tears rolled down her face, she looked up at me and whispered, "The children." Those were her first words, not a cry, not a scream, not a curse – "the children". I panicked. I though she was in shock. I hurried her into the bathroom to tend to her wounds but the blisters were so large she couldn't move her fingers. I realized I would have to take her to the doctor; I was also concerned about her state of mind. Her response seemed so strange. "Mom, what do you mean, the children?" I asked. She looked up at me with the sweetest, most sympathetic tear-filled eyes I had ever seen. "The poor children who get burnt." Then she continued to explain, "I saw it on Oprah. If this is painful for me, how much pain would a child be in? I feel so sorry for them…what they must go through." That was her answer. My mom had second and third degree burns, her hands were swollen, blistered and shaking, but her tears were for the children. Children she saw on Oprah. My thoughts were less pure. At that moment, I didn't care about anyone but her. Four years ago this October, I lost my mom to cancer. True to her nature, she never complained during her illness. Not once. Even in her suffering, she taught me valuable lessons. One of these lessons came when we were in her hospital room waiting for test results. The doctor finally arrived, flew into the room, delivered his devastating news and then abruptly left. I was shocked, hurt and angry all at the same time. I turned to my mother and said, "I hate him." She looked at me with her beautiful blue eyes and said, "That's not nice. He was just doing his job. Can you imagine how hard it must be for him to have to tell his patients bad news like that?" Oh, Mom, you certainly were something. In the years since I lost my mom, things have changed in many ways. There are sorrows and bittersweet longings, but her gentle lessons continue to touch my life and guide me. Mom would be proud to know that my husband John and I recently published our first children's book. Although we originally set out to write an entertaining story about a boy with school troubles, I soon discovered that John was the victim of a school bully. He had buried the hurt and humiliation deep inside, but as we stepped further into the writing process, the impact of his experience was evident. My mother's lessons taught me to listen closely to the soft whispers of life. This perspective helped me to realize that a message emerged from our collaboration, beyond the pages of our book. This knowledge changed the direction of our lives. Our children's book became the basis for an anti-bullying program. The program, filled with stories, songs and practical advice, teaches children about the consequences of bullying and helps to provide a safe and healthy learning environment. Today, as John and I speak at schools and community events, I pray that our pieces of time sprinkled with pivotal moments serve to help the children. Because now, I understand. AWARENESS Necks crane as innocent eyes follow my every move Gatto/De Angelis ©2004 Patricia Gatto and John De Angelis are the authors of MILTON'S DILEMMA, (suggested for children 4-8) the tale of a lonely boy's magical journey to friendship and self-acceptance. As advocates for literacy and children's rights, the authors speak at schools and community events to foster awareness and provide children with a safe and healthy learning environment. For more information, please visit Joyful Productions at http://www.joyfulproductions.com Subscriber Talk! Do you have comments or suggestions for us? We love to hear and share what our readers think! Please send your feedback to us at: Great Links and Freebies Check out these great links for parents and caregivers!
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