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In honor of the Kentucky Derby, this week’s blog is about my daughter’s Thoroughbred, Sky.

I loved recess. My favorite memories in elementary school happened during recess. Playing outside was heaven to me!

The importance of transitional objects, be it a blankey, dollie or teddy bear, in the well-being of a child.

When his own needs were so great, my son somehow knew caring for someone else would lessen his fear.

Children love to hop, sway and wiggle. Put those movements to music, and you’ve got dancing!

This month brings Thanksgiving and Piccoli’s one-year birthday. It’s the perfect time to say thanks to the people who made Piccoli Horses a reality.

I love things. Mostly because I love the memories attached to them. My daughter’s first pair of shoes. My son’s kindergarten nap-time blanket. A photo my cousin Dennis took at my wedding of me and my husband's first kiss as husband and wife. Memories.

Make a wish on a dandelion and the annoying little things become magic.

The way you speak to someone can change the world.

Everyone has a 'cooler', but nobody needs one.

Shhhhh. You'll be amazed what you hear.

It is easy to like who you like, but not very challenging or fun.

Joy is not a feeling. It’s a decision. And this leads to peace and contentment.

Listening is one of life’s greatest skills

The best friendships are sometimes the most surprising.

I was determined the next generation would not inherit a phobia of roaches.

Learning to cook requires a unique kind of courage. But the time with family is one of life’s greatest treasures.

Childhood, like strawberry season, is over too quickly. Children need ‘strawberry moments’ to be joyful adults.

Listening is one of life’s greatest skills

That was my childhood: A game created from my imagination that all of us could play.