Reading with your Kids
POSTED May 16, 7:23 AM

Many of us know the importance of reading with your children, but do you make it an experience for both of you? Try some of these suggestions to enhance your reading time with your child and make it a meaningful experience for both of you.

1. Use silly voices. As you read, get into character. If you’re reading Harry Potter, try your hand at an English accent. If it’s a book with animals for characters, think about what a mere cat would sound like if it could talk. What about a grizzly bear? Would a skunk really sound like Pepe’ La Pew?


2. Have theme nights. Maybe Tuesday night is humor night. Try to find the funniest books for each age group and share them with each of your children as you tuck them into bed. A good one for younger children is “The True Story of the Three Little Pigs by A. Wolf” written by Jon Scieszka. And for your older child, “Diary of a Wimpy Kid. Rodrick Rules” by Jeff Kinney has gotten rave reviews and plenty of laughs.


3. If you have kids that are close in age, form your own little book club. You all read the book individually and then have discussions about it just like you would with a grown-up book club. It might be interesting for you to hear the different perspectives your kids may have to offer.


4. Dress up and turn the book into the stage or film version. You could even pen out a script together. Change it up if you like! Who says Cinderella had to wait for the prince to save her? Maybe, just maybe, she started an upper-end clothing line for wealthy mice and dropped the boot on the dear old evil step-mother and sisters.

Whatever it is you choose, remember to share great books with your children! Teach them to enjoy reading for life!

 

Live fully,

Mia

www.findingdefinitions.com

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Reading for Meaning: The Most Meaningful Books to Read to your Child
POSTED May 14, 9:47 PM

Okay, so this is probably a matter of opinion, but I really wanted to share some books with you all that I find particularly meaningful and books that should really grace your child’s book shelf.

These books each share messages that spotlight good human traits, love, spirituality or all of the above. Get over to the bookstore or head to the library, but by all means, share these books with your kids if you haven’t already.

The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein

The classic tale of the tree who gave everything.

You are Special by Max Lucado

A special story that tells us why being different is planned and not accidental.

Who Moved My Cheese? For kids by Spencer Johnson

A wonderful book to teach children the consequence of choices.

What are some of your favorites?

 

Live fully,

Mia

www.findingdefinitions.com

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Happy Mother's Day
POSTED May 11, 10:02 AM
Celebrate YOU this entire month of May! 
Because you are a beautiful woman, unique and special!
Your smile says:
 “I love you!”
“Great Job!”
“ You’re funny!”
 “I’m proud of you!”
You are an awesome mother, wife, friend, healer, sister, listener, giver and more!
You deserve to have something beautiful in your life EVERYDAY! 
I want you to know that I appreciate you for all that you do.
 
This month of May, LOVE YOURSELF!
Make your happiness a priority and put YOU #1 in your to-do list.
Have a massage, tea with a friend, take a short walk, or join a book club;
Write yourself a love letter and tell why you are wonderful!
Get your health in check...make that appointment you’ve been putting off;
 
Take a L-O-N-G bath weekly by candle light, music or special fragrances that invigorate you.
 
Be inspired about just how important moms are to their families but most of all to themselves!
Happy Mother’s Day!
Live Fully,
Mia
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Wright or Wrong?
POSTED May 8, 10:20 PM
Anyone, who has ever attended any religious service could completely relate to the  ethical  dilema  that  Senator Obama faced regarding his former pastor, Rev.  Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr. of Trinity Unity Church of Christ( a mega church in Chicago) recent media appearances.   

Personally, I have never agreed with every opinion that my pastors have talked about in church.  I  still maintained respect for those who I learned from, using the good and disgarding what did not work for me.   Our religious leaders  are our counselors, teachers and confidants.  Isn't  that right?

When Rev. Wright performed  the way that he did on television, it appeared  arrogant and showed little capacity for forgiveness, compassion and love.  I have seen enemies treat others better.  Was Reverand  Wright- right or wrong?  I don't know the answer but I would guess that Senator Obama won't be inviting Reverand  Wright over to hear any of his  secrets.

Throughout this entire performance,  I wondered where is the grace at work here?  If I were one of Rev. Wright's church members, he would be the last person that I talked with about any of my issues.  What about you?

What were you thinking?

Live fully,

Mia

www.findingdefinitions.com

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Baltimore City Schools - In A State of Emergency
POSTED May 8, 8:10 PM
 What is going on with Baltimore City Schools? 

This weekend, a staff member comes in to work at Calverton Elementary/Middle School and two children assault her and one attempts to rape her.  Come on!  Are you kidding me?  I forgot to mention that the boys were 13 year olds. 

Thoughtful plans and kind words are not cutting it.  The schools are in a State of Emergency.  Don't you agree?  If we continue to do what we have done we will make the situation worse.  Take a look.  We want teachers to want to teach children.  Isn't that right?  Teachers deserve to be safe.  Correct?  What is it going to take?

Last week I wrote an article, Where is the Outrage in Baltimore?, for The Baltimore Examiner. People wrote in all around the city saying that parents don't care anymore.  Is this true?  Are there any good parents out their who want to make a change? 

Administrations can only do so much. We need parents to step up. Heck, we need everyone to step up, volunteer and do something.  We can no longer ignore the problem. We all see the guys walking throughout the city with their underwear showing.  If we don't step up and help, our children will meet these children in the mall and then what? This is everyone's problem. 

Yes, we are in a State of Emergency, and we need new intervention. We need to call a meeting for volunteers from anyone who might be willing to help. Would you answer this call?

What do you think?

Live fully,

Mia

www.findingdefinitions.com

 

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Parenting expert Mia Redrick is an author, lecturer, radio personality, personal coach and mother of three young children. She is a leader in the push for the self-care of mothers, and shares her wisdom on how to raise children without sacrificing personal needs.

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