Play idea: Messy play - Korihori pōrehe
There are many benefits to children having the opportunity to experiment with messy play. The link below explains the learning benefits of messy play, how adults can help during these activities and some recipes for gloop, finger paint and slime.
I would love to hear your feedback or see your pictures if you give any of these recipes a go at home. If you have any other ideas for messy play I would love to hear them too.
Turn downsizing stress into strength
Downsizing can open the door to a new stage of your life that is rich in opportunity. However, it can be a daunting prospect. If you are embarking on a new chapter of life, the thought of shedding familiar possessions can feel even more stressful. This can be true even if the life changes are a good thing, such as a move to somewhere you will love to live.
Once you understand why you have this feeling, you can reframe it as creating a new environment that will support your present life while reminding you of your best experiences.
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Minimalist Design in Apartment Living
Ryman’s Charles Upham Retirement Village resident Di is a former fashion designer, artist and self-confessed shoe hoarder who travels, still paints and has stamped her eclectic minimalist style on her apartment.
She gives us her top 3 design tips on how she’s turned her space into a beautiful home.