Haiti and Compassion

The Haiti disaster reminds me that acts of compassion add meaning to our lives.EMILY DICKINSON [1830-1886] wrote

If i can stop one heart from breaking,
I shall not live in vain;
If i can ease one life the aching,
Or cool one pain,
Or help one fainting robin
Unto his nest again,
I shall not live in vain.

Thank you to all the first responders to this tragedy. You have also enriched our lives.

CHRISSY HAS SOME GREEN HINTS AFTER CHRISTMAS

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In the after glow of the holidays, I realized all the time spent with family and friends was well worth my time personally (learned some new holiday recipes) and professionally (amazing eco friendly ideas). My friends and family have been fine tuning their way of living “green.” Of course, I asked as many questions that I could without looking creepy. Continue reading to find some of the easy things my friends and family have been doing.


Shred all your used wrapping paper to make decorative bag filler instead of tissue paper.


Prune some of your over grown plants and start new ones by placing the clippings in a glass of water which will force roots to grow. Don’t forget to put your glass in the sun to help the process along.


While emptying the dehumidifier, use the water to nourish your indoor plants.


Send your broken holiday lights to Recycling Program 118 Rosehill Drive, Suite 1, Jackson, MI 49202 or check out HolidayLEDs.com.


Save your plastic shopping bags and use to line your bathroom trash can or for cleaning out the liter box.


Break up your old bread and spread it around your backyard or a park for the neighborhood birds.


Buy a compost bin and save your kitchen scraps. Eventually, you will produce the best soil you have ever seen! (As said by my friend)


Save on time and cleaning supplies by taking your shoes off at the door of your home.


Reuse your plastic sandwich bags by just rinsing them out and hanging them to dry.


Use a wash cloth to wipe up the baby after his/her meals instead of paper towels.


As for baby wipes, buy one plastic container and just buy the refill wipes. We don’t need so many plastic containers ending up in the landfill.


I hope you find these tips helpful. I know I did. Let me know how it is going at Chrissyc1@cox.net

Worry Free Holidays

This is the time of year that there is too much to worry about ... work, finances, traffic, the weather, holiday shopping. At Wee Organics, we hope to take some of your stress away. Please review all the Wee Organics all-natural, American-made toys and products so that you can stay worry free as your little one plays and learns.

Holiday cookies are fun!

As i start thinking of, OMG, the holidays, i begin with Halloween stuff. The budget these days is not so great, so i will be making as many gifts and treats as i can. I have seen some very cute stuff in Parent Magizine; maple sugar buttons, pumpkin puffs and many more economical ideas. Just go to www.parents.com and click foods and recipes. You will see all the holidays covered with many ideas.

enjoy
grammie

Advocate for children

Dr. David Tayloe, President of the Academy of Pediatrics {AAP} states "children are not miniature adults and have unique developmental and health needs. See www.aap.org for a wealth of information about child health. Caring adults-parents,family members,teachers,medical professionals must take steps to ensure children get the best start in life.
* make sure they get their vaccinations on time
* help them eat a healthy diet. Limit sugary drinks
* encourage them to eat fruits, vegetables and whole grains early in life
* encourage exercise. At least an hour of physical activity daily
* limit "screen time" to two hours or less
* keep them safe. Require seat belts, helmets when bike-riding
* if you smoke, QUIT. Second-hand smoke increases children's risk of asthma, respiratory infections and many other serious health problems.
" we all want the best for our children. It's up to us to be their advocates.

Sharen

grammie keeps them learning

we had Colton,6, and Mae,8, for the week while Jeff and Dina took a much needed "honeymoon".The biggest problem is that they dont have their friends around and dont have their bikes and stuff. So we had to create lots of activities including cooking. Here is one that is very simple.

you need..3 eggs,milk,maple syrup,cinnamon,vanilla,bread,oil and a whisk.

1.let them crack 3 eggs into a large bowl...oh, there are two kids and 3 eggs so maybe make it 4 eggs so they both crack two
2.now sharing they can add, 1 tablespoon of milk, 1 tablespoon of maple syrup,1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla. stir with a fork or whisk.so now they are learning some sharing and measurements and dexterity.
3.each puts a slice of bread in the mixture and they press down until the bread's soggy. add one or two more slices as you see fit.
4. now it's Grammies' turn...she heats 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. cook the bread for 1 1/2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
simple,,tasty
now they can help cleanup
have fun
grammie

grandfathers to grandfathers

my wonderful friend, Joe, sends me some proverbs and other grandfatherly advice and i wanted to pass it along to you.Moreng
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I may have sent this previously, but they're worth reading again.

Joe

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Man who stands on hill with mouth open will wait long time for roast duck to drop in.

Confucius

Accomplishment is easiest when we work the hardest, and it is hardest when we work the easiest.

Anonymous

We do not quit playing because we grow old; we grow old because we quit playing.

Oliver Wendell Holmes

Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore.

Andre Gide


If you live in the river you should make friends with the crocodile.

Proverb