Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Giving creativity time to flourish.

Whenever one of my kids moan that they are bored ...... I calmly reply 'That's okay - it's alright to feel bored.' They eventually get the point that I will not be manipulated into being their wellspring of fun and entertainment and that THEY need to banish the boredom blues for themselves.
Above : Kitty Cat drinking
Above: Nutty Professor with moustache
The measles has kept Miss Tanzi housebound for the last 2 weeks. Although she has been quite active over the past few days the spots are still visible so she is not allowed back at preschool yet.
She came to me this afternoon with that classic line .... 'I'm sooooo bored.' I responded the way I always do and she took herself into the craft room and made herself two 'play masks'.
I believe that in our moments of boredom creativity has a chance to flourish!
Well Done Miss Tanzi ...... I love your creations!

1 comment:

Unknown said...

hope all is well with you and your beautiful family! I pray this Christmas season will bring you all your hearts desires and bless your home with the love of Christ. How is the weather in Africa where you are? Although the air is chilly in the morning and evening the days are beautiful and semi warm about 60 degrees. My only dislike from this time of year is that is is dark at 5:30 pm. I barely get home from the office and it is dark! I do look forward to longer days....Merry Christmas!