Not a game, #Sundaystills

I picked up an idea based on an interesting exercise that Big A’s grade one teacher had the class do.

It’s called “need or want,” and it’s an exercise in helping children understand what is truly required for life and what is extra. Reading their responses showed that they actually grasped the concept.

On our way to swim lessons, Little Man C asked if I had my money. He wanted me to go buy him his latest wish list item from the long list of Thomas sets he “needs.” So, I decided that this exercise would be appropriate for Little Man C and his case of the Gimmies for all things Thomas the Train.

Interestingly enough, it ties into this week’s Sundaystills theme of waterscapes. It might seem like a stretch, but waterscapes are only charming or beautiful if you are safe in them.

Nan to both children. “Do you need or want food?” Appropriately answered with need. “Do you need or want air?” Big A knew that one. “Do you need or want swim lessons,” to which they replied want. And I corrected their assumption with the fact that they need them. Knowing how to swim could save their lives (as well as provide exercise and enjoyment). The final question was, of course, “Do you need or want Thomas the Train toys?” His response, after a hesitation, “I really needed that set, but I guess it’s that I really really want it”. To which Big A replied, “Dad shouldn’t have bought you that toy that Cabella’s. You can’t always get what you want.” Out of the mouths of babies, hey!

Outdoor lessons Summer of ’23

Which concludes my Sundaystills. A bit outside of the usual waterscapes, but none the less very important. 

Well, okay, I will throw in a couple of actual waterscapes.  It’s hard to resist sharing these beauties. 

South Saskatchewan River, Summer of ’23

Blackstrap Lake Sunset Sept ’23

Jackfish Lake Sunset August ’23

Pelicans @ Diefenbaker Lake August ’23

Bernie

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