My Supports

When I think about the things and people in my life that/who support me, I automatically think about my husband and mother. I also think about other family members and friends. They all have been there to support me throughout my life. However, my mom and husband tend to support me the most on a day to day basis. My husband provides financial support because I am not working right now. He also provides emotional and physical support. I am very blessed to have him in my life. Things can become very challenging for me being at home with both of my children all day. My son goes to therapy three days a week. This can be extremely challenging. I often feel like I am doing things alone, and I get so frustrated. My mom usually stops by to help me get the children in the house. She will often stop by after work so that I can go to the grocery store and run other errands. I really appreciate what she does to help because life can get overwhelming at times.

The challenge that I have chosen is having to have an emergency surgery that would I have to recover for six weeks. I know that this would be very challenging for me because I am the one who basically runs the household and takes care of the children while my husband works 12 plus hours a day. I know that this would require emotional support from family and friends. It would also require financial support from them. I would have to have someone care for my children and make sure that my son continues to go to therapy. I know that my mom will probably take on this task. I would also need someone to fix meals for my family. This assignment has made me appreciate the supports that I have in my life because I would be totally lost without them. My mom and step dad are the best because they are really the only ones who will help me with my children when I need to get a small break. I am truly blessed to have them in my life. My husband makes sure that I don't have to worry about bills being paid which allows me to be home with our children. My son who has autism requires more attention than I would have ever imagined. I am grateful for the people in my life who provide support.

My Connections to Play

"Whoever wants to understand much must play much." Gottfried Benn
"If I get to pick what I do, then it's play...if someone else tells me that I have to do it, then it's work." Patricia Nourot






My parents and grandparents always encouraged me to play. My dad was a teacher and basketball coach so he taught how to read when I was 3 years old. He also played sports with me. My mother was so loving and nurturing that I played with dolls because I wanted to be just like her. Play was a very important part of my childhood. I learned so many things from engaging in fun activities. As an adult, I still like to play games with my family and friends.

As a child, we engaged in many outdoor activities. We even created games to play. This is something that has certainly changed. I rarely see children playing outside anymore. Modern technology has taken over. children are more interested in the new age technological devices. I desire for our young children to become more active in outside activities. I would also like to see our young children reading more books instead of being on the computer, video games, and electronic tablets.

Play was an essential part of my childhood. Some of my my fondest memories come from times when I was engaging in fun activities with my brother, other family members, and friends. I was able to learn so much from playing with others. It taught me how to follow directions, share, and get along with others. As an adult, I am still using those valuable life lessons that I learned as a child.