How is Your Balance, Joy & Play Meter?

“I like nonsense, it wakes up the brain cells. Fantasy is a necessary ingredient in living, It’s a way of looking at life through the wrong end of a telescope. Which is what I do, And that enables you to laugh at life’s realities.” ~ Dr. Seuss

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Last month, I wrote a different type of New Year’s Resolution post — one that focused on more balance, joy and play rather than deprivation, which is the usual theme. 

What I’ve discovered over the years is that if I don’t check back in on what I wrote down, then the process of writing down goals or resolutions — new year’s or otherwise — doesn’t do a bit of good.

So, let’s have a check in, shall we? How are you doing in your quest for more balance, joy and play?

To refresh your memories, here is the list of items to pursue with abandon in this glorious year, 2012.

What should you Do More of in 2012:

  1. Laugh (to the verge if incontinence)
  2. Play (like your life depends on it)
  3. Dance (whether there is music or not)
  4. Hike
  5. Skip
  6. Hop
  7. Jump (for joy)
  8. Frolic
  9. Make time for your friends
  10. Garden
  11. Walk barefoot
  12. Sing
  13. Soak in a bubble bath
  14. Stargaze
  15. Camp
  16. Make s’mores
  17. Bike
  18. Cook
  19. Be kind
  20. Travel
  21. Try new things
  22. Trust yourself
  23. Shoot for the stars
  24. Be fearless
  25. Dust yourself off and begin again

What have you been doing to make sure you put some LIFE into living?! Please share.

I took a break from blogging for a few weeks to regain some balance. It was really important to give myself that time to have some fun and make time for friends and play. Definitely recharged my batteries.

Play on, my dear friends. Your life, as it turns out, depends on it.

See ya outside! ~ The Grass Stain Guru

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Photo Essay: Ode to Snow Play

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by Shel Silverstein

I made myself a snow ball as perfect as could be.
I thought I’d keep it as a pet and let it sleep with me.
I made it some pajamas and a pillow for it’s head.
Then, last night it ran away.
But first — it wet the bed.

Woosh!

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The bear emerges from his den…

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Weeeeeeeeeeeeeee!

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Look out belowwwwwwwwwww!

Snow in South Park (6)

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You’re mine!

Patrick & Eden Snowball Fight I

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Here it comes!

Patrick & Eden Snowball Fight II

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I made him all by myself!!

Poppy And The Snowman
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A little snow never stops imagination…

Snow Fight..

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Mmmmmmmm — look what’s waiting…

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3 cheers for snow play!


Don’t let a little cold weather stop you. Bundle up and get out there! Reconnect with the joys of play and share them with the children in your world.

See ya outside! ~ The Grass Stain Guru

Mystery Critter #55

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Can you believe this is our 55th case together, nature detectives?! Time flies when you are having fun (and talking critters!).

So put on your thinking caps and let’s get to it! And remember — no cheating. ;-)

CRITTER CLUES:

  • I may be small, but I have a lot to say.
  • I find tree sap delicious!
  • I’m not something you can see any old time you want.
  • Some have told me I have bulging eyes, which while true, really is quite rude to say, if you think about it.

So, what am I?

Make your guess then go to eNature for the answer and more interesting facts.

Did you get it right?

If not, no worries. You will have another chance next week!

You will hear this Mystery Critter long before you see it. What critters can you spot in your neck of the woods this weekend? Be sure to tell us!

And don’t forget! Join the Wildobs community and share your wild adventures with the world.

See ya outside! ~ The Grass Stain Guru

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