My Connections To Play

My representation of play

1. “Children need the freedom and time to play. Play is not a luxury. Play is a necessity.” Kay Redfield Jamison (professor of psychiatry)
2. “The most effective kind of education is that a child should play amongst lovely things.” ~ Plato (Greek philosopher

When I was growing up, the use of play and imagination was a vital role in my family. My parents took them time to play with me when I was younger. The encouraged me to use my imagination in games such as tea party and playing with my babies. 

In today's society I believe that the dynamics have changed greatly.  As most people would agree today children are more in tune with their electronics rather than sitting down and playing and or engaging in activities that require them to use their imagination. For my own children I am going to try my hardest to give them the option of playing with games that help to increase their imagination and also giving them the opportunity or play with electronics so they are not picked on or considered an odd child. 

No matter how old you become the role of play still exists. As a child it helps to show development and as an adult it helps to encourage imagination. 

Relationship Reflection

I have realized that life would be pointless and lonely without healthy relationships to share it with.

Baby Sister, Daddy and I

My dad sister and I have always been close. From laying around the house watching (sleeping) football games to practicing driving on the right side of the road. 
My dad has always been one of my biggest supporters. When ever I felt as if I couldn't do something he was always there to help get me back on track. Having my dad as a strong back bone has shown me how important it was to stick by family and those who are close to you.

Mom and Her Twins

My mother sister and I share a lot of things. Our favorites are fashion sense and luggage and tote bags. 
My mother has always inspired me to seek for more than what was right in front of me. "Education is key, you will make it farther with an education under your belt than you will with anything else." She has instilled this into me since I could remember. With this thought in mind it has helped me get where I am today. I believe in myself and my abilities.  

Mini me and I 

My sister and I are extremely close. She is my focus to keep pushing to succeed. I want to be the best role model and I can be. Watching my sister grow up and for so many years want to walk in my foot steps has only inspired me to make sure that I stay on the right track.

Just like in most families there comes a time when you just want to branch off and do things for your self with no one looking over you. Some difficulites that I have faced is feeling pressured to be perfect for my family. I felt as if I failed at anything that it would disappoint them. I later found out that no matter what I do that my family would always love and care for me. My family would always support me.

Support is a special characteristic that make relationships strong.

My personal expierences with relationships/partnerships has only inspired me to work within this field even more. Working with children is a true passion of mine and having healthy relationships will help me to continue on as a child care provider.