Relearning How To Play

Living two blocks away from an elementary school, I see kids every morning. Wearing their new tennis shoes and backpacks they set out for the day. Some run while others trudge along at a snails pace. I remember my early school days. I can still see the hallway to my classroom and the smell of the cafeteria already preparing for the lunch bell just a few hours away. I remember my favorite lesson that would play a big part in my education. Recess!! Running out to play as hard as I can for a few minutes without any thought of my next lesson.

Much research has proven many times over the importance of short recreational breaks in the development of a child's education and well being. The same has been shown in adults. All work and no play makes Jack and Jill lethargic and less productive. A short recess from work whether at home or office gets the blood flowing which is especially important if you're sitting behind a desk or computer all day. Corporations worldwide are catching on because these "time outs" actually increase creativity in there employees. Many have there own gyms or offer paid memberships to one.


"We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing."  - George Bernard Shaw


 We must learn how to play again. It doesn't matter what it is. For fifteen minutes just play. Go for a brisk walk around the block or whatever exercise you can comfortably and safely do. Used home exercisers are fairly inexpensive. Maybe you live close to a park. Call a friend and have them "play" along with you. However you decide just play with the total abandonment and glee of a child.

 Thank you for visiting my playground. If you enjoyed this post please share it with your friends - I'm trying to get together a kick-ball team.