Everyone Needs Playtime

In our hectic, modern lives, many of us focus so heavily on work and family commitments that we never seem to have time for pure fun. Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, we stopped playing.

When we carve out some leisure time, we’re more likely to zone out in front of the TV or computer than engage in fun, rejuvenating play like we did as children. But play is not just essential for kids; it can be an important source of relaxation and stimulation for adults as well.

There doesn’t need to be any point to the activity beyond having fun and enjoying yourself. By giving yourself permission to play with the joyful abandon of childhood, you can reap oodles of health benefits throughout life.

Sunday

Friendship

A little poem dedicated to the many wonderful friendships which are formed through blogging and just to let you know, I am thinking of you.


When good friends walk beside us,
On the trails that we must keep,
Our burdens seem less heavy,
And the hills are not so steep,
The weary miles pass swiftly,
Taken in joyous stride,
And all the world seems brighter,
When friends walk by our side.

Author Unknown
The Monarch courtesy of James Browne

Wishing you all a marvellous week ahead!
Hugs,
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10 comments:

  1. AlasseCarnesir15 April

    Thank you for sharing. You find some really heartfelt poetry. I really like this one and think this is so true. I think I would have given up a long time ago if not for the friends I've made through this hobby who keep me inspired and encourage me to try new things!

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    1. Xanadu16 April

      Thank you for stopping by and reading my blog Alasse. Most come from my little Friendship books by Francis Gay. I have had them for years, the first of which was given to me by a friend on my wedding day.
      Big hugs,
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  2. Anonymous16 April

    This poem is beautiful :-). It is true, even if we don't know each other personally, or know how we look like or how old we are, we bond through the blogs :-). I sometimes see something, and think: oh ... X or Y would like this! Or, how would X or Y be? Thank you for sharing this, and I wish you also a wonderful and happy week! Big hugs :-)

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    1. Xanadu16 April

      Thank you Linda. I agree, age is not a barrier here, nor race or colour and I think it's wonderful that we can all come together and share our thoughts and ideas about our hobby. I think the friendships formed here are very special.
      Big hugs,
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  3. Sharon16 April

    That is really lovely Sandi! You find the nicest little poems to share with us.
    Big hugs Sharon xxx

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    1. Xanadu16 April

      Thank you Sharon, I am so pleased you enjoy them. I have always loved poetry, it expresses so much in so few words.
      Big hugs,
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  4. Farrah16 April

    That is beautiful and I love the fairy artwork :)
    xx

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    1. Xanadu16 April

      Thank you Farrah, James does a wonderful job of his fairies, you should check out his website when you have time. :)
      Hugs,
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  5. DollsDolour01 May

    Beautiful poem, thank you for sharing. And the artwork by James Browne (visited his site) really gives the imagination a sparkle! Hugs!

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    1. Xanadu02 May

      You are most welcome Niina, I'm pleased you did, James's art is very inspiring. I love his ents and fairies. :)
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