All too often, we tend to gravitate to things that are most comfortable to us, which can limit our opportunities for growth. The same could be said of doing things with our kids. The other day, my son wanted to play soccer outside in the snow and sub-freezing temperatures, and we could only wear shorts, a t-shirt, and shoes. No gloves, no hats, no other protective gear. At first, I thought this was a little crazy, but life is all about making memories with those we love. Here is an activity I created based on this experience.
http://www.esl-lab.com/worldcupsoccer/soccer-video.htm
Enjoy. Randall
"Being" a parent is much more than "becoming" one. Parenthood is a journey, not just a destination. This blog by Randall Davis is dedicated to sharing the daily challenges and hope to improving family relations.
Friday, December 28, 2012
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Wedding Anniversary
As our 25th wedding anniversary is approaching, I often reflect on wonder journey of life we have experienced together during this time. Of course, for some, 25 years is a very short time, while to others who have been married a few months, it might seem like a lifetime.
For me, it has been a wonderful ride, filled with great joys and some special trials along the way. However, in each passing day, I express my gratitude for a wonderful family and wife who have allowed me to be apart of this experience, and remind myself to take for the ones I love.
I also remind myself what I DON'T want to do, and I created some humorous listening activities on my Web site, Randall's ESL Cyber Listening Lab (www.esl-lab.com) about this. Just enjoy the ride and seize every moment to be kind.
Wedding Anniversary
- http://esl-lab.com/anniversary/anniversaryrd1.htm
Flower Shop
- http://esl-lab.com/flowershop/flowershoprd1.htm
For me, it has been a wonderful ride, filled with great joys and some special trials along the way. However, in each passing day, I express my gratitude for a wonderful family and wife who have allowed me to be apart of this experience, and remind myself to take for the ones I love.
I also remind myself what I DON'T want to do, and I created some humorous listening activities on my Web site, Randall's ESL Cyber Listening Lab (www.esl-lab.com) about this. Just enjoy the ride and seize every moment to be kind.
Wedding Anniversary
- http://esl-lab.com/anniversary/anniversaryrd1.htm
Flower Shop
- http://esl-lab.com/flowershop/flowershoprd1.htm
Thursday, December 6, 2012
The True Meaning of Christmas
With the Christmas season approaching, I want
to share this listening activity on my language-learning Web site that reflects the
goodness in people as they think of others. The story isn't based on
real events, but its message can be a reminder to show kindness to
others, especially those who are suffering:
http://www.esl-lab.com/gift/giftrd1.htm
Over the years, I have tried to emphasize to my children how Christmas can be season of giving: giving of oneself, your time, your talents, and your encouragement to those who most need it. You can't buy happiness, but you can certainly cheer up a downtrodden soul.
Even a simple smile can go a very long way to making someone's day.
Randall
http://www.esl-lab.com/gift/giftrd1.htm
Over the years, I have tried to emphasize to my children how Christmas can be season of giving: giving of oneself, your time, your talents, and your encouragement to those who most need it. You can't buy happiness, but you can certainly cheer up a downtrodden soul.
Even a simple smile can go a very long way to making someone's day.
Randall
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