Happy 2011

Good Morning 2011!

What a wonderful way to make a start on 2011 and the year ahead.  It is such a beautiful day here, sunshine all around along with lots of smiles!

We wish you a New Year and hope that 2011 is filled with Happiness for you and your family xx

Image:  Pink 2011  Photographer:  jscreationzs
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Breaking through the Shy

My eldest daughter was once very outgoing and as a young child she loved to dance every chance she got.


As she got older she became shy and withdrew. She refused to sing and dance in front of anyone which was sad considering it's her favorite thing to do! 


This year she turned 8 and I heard about kulture break a creative arts organization that offer children a whole lifestyle. 


Founded by Francis Owusu this organisation has done amazing things for my child.  Things that I have been trying to do for years; she is confident and proud of who she is and always keen to get on stage! 


She is mindful and respectful to others and excelling in everything she does now! 


I watch her dance and can't believe she's up there doing it and not hiding in the garage dancing! 


One term at kulture break and her attitude and personality finally matches who she is on the inside. 


Such a great feeling for a parent xx


Image: Happy Dancing Girls Photographer; E.C.M

Puppies & the Responsibilities

The question that every parent faces at some stage; "Mummy can we have a puppy pleaseeee...???"


So instead of just saying no, I decided to teach my girls about puppies and the responsibilities that go along with having one.


We have been researching puppies and how to care for them which led us to looking at the sad facts of animal shelters. We took the girls for a little excursion to the RSPCA and explained these puppies are here because their owners didn’t look after them properly and now all the dogs are homeless and have no families. 


As much as it was sad what a good lesson for the girls. 


Instead of just wanting a puppy now, they want to know how to take care of one properly so to doesn’t get taken to the RSPCA! 


The Canberra domestic animal service impounds on average 40 dogs per week so maybe when buying a furry friend families can consider adopting one from a shelter or rescue organization! 


And as my adorable little girl said well maybe mum everyone should just learn how to look after a puppy before they get one!


For more information on the RSPCA and their Adopt a Pet programme, please visit http://www.rspca-act.org.au/adopt-a-pet/ for more information.


Image: Puppy-free image via the web