I can really understand the concept of craft therapy. The idea of taking feelings and turning them into something tangible. Using your hands, to manipulate a craft material, is a way to change the mood. The hand’s touch feeds up to the brain and back again, turning feelings into communication, […]
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Our willow wreath
This week our willow tree received a well overdue trim. I love this tree. It’s new stem growth is orange, which contrasts wonderfully with the green, elongated-oval leaves. When the sun catches it, then it turns into a huge, brilliant flame. Reaching high over everything. A fabulous sight. It was […]
Read moreSew, you have a sewing machine
Can you feel it? Yes? Me too. Seeds are sown. Bees are buzzing. Flowers are lightening our moods. Sigh. Daylight hours are growing longer. Spring is really here, with Summer just round the corner. Bliss. (little dance of joy) I don’t know about you, but my thoughts, among other things, […]
Read moreEarth Day 2014
Happy Earth Day! How to spend Earth Day? We were lucky. It was an inset day (teacher training day) for all the children. We had time. (spot the recycled plant label) We spent most of the day at @Bristol, testing out all the wonderful science exhibitions. Then home for some […]
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