Category Archives: Family

More Fish – Inside

Posted on August 7, 2026 by Jennie

Our pool boasts over 50 fish, from hanging on the fence to sitting on the ground, and perched atop fence posts.  I’ve posted the fish before.  You may not know that we also have fish on the porch. They’re like … Continue reading →

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Managing the Heat

Posted on July 18, 2026 by Jennie

Hot is the word this summer. How to stay cool? Eat dinner in the pool! What a great way to spend time with neighbors. The kids and I ate our pizza in the pool. The other adults did not.  Crazy. … Continue reading →

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Talking Death With Children

Posted on May 15, 2026 by Jennie

Death is the dreaded “D” word when talking with children, but it doesn’t have to be.  It can be an open door to a much needed conversation.  Here’s what happened at school: Our Memory Garden at school is visited by … Continue reading →

Posted in Community, Death and dying, Expressing words and feelings, Family, Inspiration, Kindness, preschool, Teaching young children, wonder | Tagged , , , | 63 Comments

Welcoming Gloria Back to the Classroom – Katy!

Posted on May 4, 2026 by Jennie

Gloria, we missed you!  You made a friend from England?  Yes, and her name is Katy.  She brought you into the classroom.  The children were thrilled.  She wore an English hat, a boa, and long white gloves. Katy is famous … Continue reading →

Posted in Community, Diversity, England, Family, geography, Gloria, Inspiration, Learning About the World, preschool, School, Teaching young children | Tagged , , | 62 Comments

More Nan Stories, Thanks to Sally at Smorgasbord

Posted on March 31, 2026 by Jennie

When Sally at Smorgasbord Blog Magazine began her series on ‘Who Has Influenced You The Most In Your Life,’ I knew for me it was my grandmother Nan.  I realized my story, the one she published, was but a part of … Continue reading →

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Happy Anniversary – 50 years!

Posted on January 10, 2026 by Jennie

January 10, 1976 January 10, 2026 Happy Anniversary! Jennie

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The Best Christmas Ad – My Favorite

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Jennie

I will share this Christmas ad every year, because… it’s that good. Christmas is about family and friends. It’s a time to smile and remember. Yes, remember. Because in the end, it’s our memories that stick with us. That’s what … Continue reading →

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Gloria’s Thanksgiving

Posted on December 3, 2025 by Jennie

Gloria’s adventures and weekends with children are always wonderful.  When it’s a special holiday, in this case Thanksgiving, Gloria is one lucky gal to spend the holiday with a child. First, she went to Cape Cod, Massachusetts.  She met the … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted on November 27, 2025 by Jennie

Happy Thanksgiving! Jennie

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Gloria’s Wonderful Debut

Posted on October 12, 2025 by Jennie

Welcome, Gloria!  Children loved her from Day One.  After all these years, I often think about the wonder of her magic, connecting with children.  They want to be her friend.  They want to take care of her.  Here she is … Continue reading →

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