Out of hiding

I thought I had posted something a month or two back, but I don’t see it here for some reason. I swear I haven’t abandoned this blog. In fact, I’m planning on writing on it somewhat regularly now. So, if there’s anyone out there who keeps checking back, congratulations, your diligence is being rewarded.

I discovered a great way to a) keep Abby happy and b) tire her out. My new best friend is…THE OBSTACLE COURSE. We spent an hour or so in the front room this evening putting new ones together for her to go through, and she didn’t care at all about improving her time–as soon as one was done, she wanted a new one. Unfortunately there’s only so much you can do with a cardboard fort, tall laundry basket, hula hoop and hobby horse. But now that I know it’s a hit with her you can be sure I’m going to keep an eye out for other household items we can drag in there to toss into the mis.

Another great discovery has been “Unplugged Play” by Bobbi Conner. WOW is this book great. Three different age groups covering ages 12 months to 10 years, and it’s all “No batteries. No plugs. Pure fun” according to the cover, and they’re right. As we move into our first “real” winter here in CO, I’m realizing days are going to be really boring when we’re cooped up inside because of the weather. I really, really, really want to get the boxes in the basement unpacked so we have more space down there, and start setting up some stations for both Abby and PJ. I highly recommend it.