And how do I see my God...How tall do I have to be?
I have only to be as tall
As my recent prayer
When I see my God most clearly...
while on my bended knee.
by
Diane Stirling-Stevens
1/29/1989
This isn't a good picture because it's a picture of a picture...
These are 3 of my grandkids; the photos taken 12 years ago - now they don't do 'crafts' much any more. However, I still keep up-to-date on great web-sites for easy craft ideas; low in cost - and I've found one. So, CLICK THE PICTURE - make it your discovery too!
CLICK THIS BEAUTIFUL ROCK AND VISIT MY HOME.
Today I thought I'd make a few remarks about raising children....
This is me shaking Doug McClure's hand after I'd sold a number of his pieces of beautiful art. Doug shared with me a bit about how he grew up; his problem with alcohol and drugs. He realized that his 'fame' hadn't been always a blessing. He told me when things come 'too easy', they often aren't appreciated. If you've got a youngster who's doing nothing but watching t.v.; playing video games - chatting on the phone and I-net, you really don't have a child that's learning much - or doing much. The best thing you can do is have that child learn to work; keep his/her room clean and tidy like you do your home. This child needs to have chores; discipline - with lots of hugs and love. This child will one day have to earn a living; in order to hold that job, they must be not only qualified and educated, but well disciplined as young children. When a puppy is tiny, it's easy to ignore the 'training', but if you don't, it's a lot harder to manage that BIG dog when he's still tearing up your socks! You can teach when the child is tiny in size; big in absorbing what is all around him in his/her life. A cute calendar that you can make on your computer is a great way to start. Fill it in as you do yours. Have the child do daily chores regularly. Giving out awards of hugs; a little treat - a visit to a place you think would be fun, can be the reward (just like your paycheck). Put a quarter in that piggy bank; an extra one, when the child does what he's supposed to do. When he's naughty, have that child sit down and write out what he did wrong. Have that child then read it - quietly in his room. Put some soft music on to keep the child relaxed. After writing his words; then having to sit in his room for 1/2 hour listening to music, have him come out and TALK to you about what happened. Let him tell you 'his/her' side - listen to their reasoning. They might teach you something at the same time; it's all about talking - sharing; helping, and being responsible. At the bottom of this blog, is a slide-show of my grown children; my grand-kids, and one of my great grand-children. All are healthy; responsible - and growing beautifully. I believe I'm old enough to make these suggestions and remarks. Diane
Antelope Canyon (color-enhanced)..May, 2008
Take a wild-flower bouquet to grandma & grandpa; spend a day...
PAINT A ROCK LIKE THIS - IN YOUR GARDEN OR YARD - USA - YOUR WAY!
Remember to teach your children that not all dogs are this 'tolerant' - no animal bites, please...
Nice & Simple - a walk in the park; learn the names of flowers...lots of talk & fun!
A BEAUTIFUL FLOWERING TREE WHERE WE LIVE - 4/10/08
It takes 3 kids to shut off a light; 1 to ask 'where', and 2 to say 'I didn't leave it on'...
A DESERT FLOWER - 4/10/08 - WHERE WE LIVE.
THINK OF WAYS TO CONSERVE WATER - TAKE THE SAVINGS & DO SOMETHING FUN WITH THE FAMILY.
ONE OF MY PHOTOS - 4/10/08 - MOUNTAIN-VIEW PARK - NEVADA
FIND 'ABSTRACT ART' ON AN OLD METAL BUILDING LIKE I DID - KIDS CAN PAINT THIS ONE TOO!
MAKE THAT GARDEN GROW! MOM NATURE HELPS - PAINTING BY ROBIN URTON - http://eyeconart.net
JESUS LOVES YOU - SANDALS AND FLIP-FLOPS...
Art by Robin Urton @ http://eyeconart.net; I hope she makes a postage stamp too!
Robin lives in Oregon; she's had her art on magazine covers - she paints in such a serene and calming way.
'AH SPRING'....BIRDS SINGING - QUIET INLETS FROM THE OHIO RIVER.
STOP - TAKE A CLOSE LOOK AT WHAT CHILDREN ONCE ENJOYED...
Think about reviving some of those GAMES AND CRAFTS that DID NOT COST SO MUCH YOU HAD TO CHARGE IT! INTERACTIVE means INTERACTING; PREFERABLY WITH FRIENDS AND PARENTS - NOT AN ELECTRONIC GIZMO.