Pretend Play Matters: Playing School

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Playing school was one of my favorite games – especially before I started school (I was unschooled until I was seven years old, back Read more…

Parenting: Teaching Kids It’s Okay to Be Different

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My husband Mike being his own unique self at age three!

My bullying post has Read more…

Take a Stand Against Bullying

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Were you bullied as a kid? Bullies tend to target people who are different, and I definitely grew up in a family Read more…

Imaginary Friends: Meet KIEZZ

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Did you have an imaginary friend, when you were a kid? I didn’t, and – to my knowledge – none of my nine siblings did, either. Read more…

From Blizzard to Winter Wonderland

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Blizzards are fun when you get to keep your power! Winter storm Nemo was pretty kind to us – we got over two feet of snow (in a single night!), Read more…


Celebrating everyday parenting through creativity, learning, and play. Reach MaryAnne by email at mamasmilesblog at gmail dot com.

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