Are babies just another accessory?

Happy Monday ladies,

I have a rant this morning. Yesterday I went to my gorgeous nieces Baby shower, It was gorgeous, but............. are baby's just another accessory these days?

My niece is 21 (I think), there were about five babies there all of her friends (the same age). Am I just getting old or does it seem to you that it is "fashionable" to become a mum when in these circles.

I sat for three hours there, just listening and taking stuff in, and realised these girls have no idea of the reality of having a baby. It seems to be all about getting the "right designer thing" that matches the baby they will have. It seems with endless credit cards nowadays, money is no object, I mean god forbid if someone gave you a hand-me-down.

I waited until I was 32 to have a baby, I mean its different for everyone, that was my choice, but the day I brought her home, it hit me like a ton of bricks that I would never be "just me" again.  I have never in my life found anything to be so hard as adjusting to motherhood and its responsibilities. I have my own business, so lucky for us the income stayed the same, and I had no deadlines to be back at work at any particular time., but as you all know freedom is gone so live your life first..... please!

Back to yesterday. My other nephews wife (21) is also expecting, all they talked about between them was the $5000 they have spent on morning sickness drugs, (which I am sure is also catching amongst them) and her best sentence of the day was, "I wouldn't ever use a bulky pram like that, mine is a designer pram, to go with my designer baby bag". This was when I had to butt in and say "Is this to match your designer baby ha ha., you had better hope he/she doesn't poo in public" All funniness aside, I came home angry. This is the same person who is 13 Weeks pregnant and already has her "70" shower invitations written up!

Children are a life's responsibility and this needs to be realised, alot of thought needs to go into how you will raise them. how you will afford to raise them and give them everything they need, and in today's society is is a fine line between what is too much when it comes to material possessions. What it comes down to is you cant just "wing it" and hope for the best can you!

Something to think about xx A

Motherhood - Children of the World

G'day Ladies,

I came across some of these beautiful shots of different children throughout the world, arnt they all just beautiful? if you want to see some more check out Lisa's page and there are hundreds, so it made it very hard to choose some to display, hope your Christmas preparations are going well??  xx A

Motherhood - Its easy to fall into a rut!

Hello gorgeous ladies

I have been wondering, do you ever catch a look at yourself in the mirror and not like what you see...... I don't mean physically either, we are our own worst critics I know but I am trying so hard to be aware of what I do and how I act, knowing that like creates likeness and children do as children see!

I remember a time after my first baby Imogen was born that I realized I didn't like who I was becoming. My moment of clarity came while watching my husband bathe her. From where I was sitting, the bath water was too cold, the soap was all wrong, the washcloth forgotten, and the wrong non baby towel chosen. I seemed unable to keep myself from commenting so one enjoyed bath time that night and the feeling it left stayed with me for a long time. 

Almost 7 years and two kids later, I've become skilled at noticing the little ruts we mums can find ourselves in - patterns and attitudes that transform good mums into people we don't like. I've sorted these morphed-mums into groups.

The Critic: 

This is the bath time experience I just described - mum is commenting from the sidelines as dad tries to bathe the baby. The Critic believes that her way is the best way and a pattern emerges: My husband says his self confidence has disappeared since the kids were born - apparently its "my way or the highway"!
For example:

• - Dad attempts to interact and care for baby;
• - Mum disapproves and ‘helps' by providing suggestions (ha ha criticism;)
• - Dad loses confidence and is reluctant to care for baby;
• - Mom gets frustrated and resents dad of not pulling his weight.

Mum has now created her own monster. Dad has been made to feel useless and that is exactly what he has become. These days, when dad dresses the children in uncoordinated outfits, I keep quiet. Before the Critic speaks, she needs to ask herself  "does it really matter?"

The Nag:

What differentiates the Nag from the Critic is her tone of voice. We know we can be polite and respectful because we hear ourselves talk to our friends and her mother. However, when the question or favour is directed at our husbands, the tone completely changes and all "pleases" and "thank-yous" are completely abandoned. My husband still calls me Jekyll and Hyde, he says my mood completely changes when around people other than him. oh does that mean I am a nag and a critic?? When mums are exhausted by a new baby or energetic children, it's easy to fall into the habit of barking orders at your husband.. At the end of the day it doesn't make either parent feel good. 

The Score-Keeper: 

This is the mum who thinks nappies should be changed according to a schedule of "whose turn it is." If the man is going out with friends on Friday night, you better believe mum's going to spend all day Saturday at the gym or shopping. After all, it's only fair, isn't it? I believe children can interpret this score keeping as parents getting "stuck" spending time with their children. Kids should feel that both parents want to be with them all the time - even during those times we might not.

The Complainer:

I don't think there's anything wrong with having a good rant with your girlfriends - they can make for good sounding boards. But the Complainer takes it to a higher level. She can recognize herself by asking: does the phrase "I'm tired" find its way into every conversation she has? A sub-category is The Competitive Complainer. This describes the mum who if husband had a tough day at work, she had a tougher day at home. The reality is, being tired is what we signed up for and it is exclusive to no one. This mum needs to remind herself that complaining is not pro-active. If there is a problem, do something about it. I've personally never found that saying "I'm tired" lends itself to more sleep, have you??

Motherhood is hard work, very hard work. It's no surprise that at various times during this journey we find ourselves developing some of the symptoms that put us into one of these morphed-mummy categories. I've learned that catching myself as the Critic, the Nag, the Score-Keeper or the Complainer, makes me unhappy with my behaviour and certainly doesn't make any valuable contribution to my family. We all find ourselves falling into these ruts from time-to-time, but with some quick recognition of the signs - there's plenty of time to climb out!

Food for thought
xx A

Motherhood - The best dressed parent ever!

Hello Ladies,


I am so mortified, the worst thing happened to me yesterday. Oh my God, I was sitting at Dome with friends 
(I use the term loosely because it was an accident that we were sitting together anyway and I have never thought that she has really liked me.)
I suddenly felt a tap on my shoulder, I turned to see an old lady. "Excuse me dear but your G String is hanging out, I thought I would tell you in case some not so friendly people start looking at you and think the wrong thing". What the............. what wrong thing???? I was SO humiliated and I have to set this straight, I am so conscious when I wear hipsters and would never knowingly let my G hang out....... and she wasn't being diplomatic either she was being horrid. Somebody on my facebook page suggested maybe it was time for "granny knickers" but no.......... I am so not ready for that, and anyway they would look soooo much worse hanging out don't you think? 


The funny thing is, the "Mum" I was sitting with, I never completely felt as though I FITTED properly in her circle....... I don't know why, but maybe I am a little " too" fashionable, which made the humiliation SO much worse. I cant help it, I love clothes............


At the school gate, as elsewhere, clothes express your tribe, and your status – where you fit in, in other words. Apparently if you look too groomed, you alienate the stay-at-home mums and miss out on themorning-coffee camaraderie. But I definitely get taken more seriously by the teacher on days where I'm dressed up for work, so if I've got something to discuss I save it for when I look smart. Like so many things, it's a balancing act for women. Whether you're a politician's wife or going for a job interview, you want to look stylish but not snooty. And it's human nature for other mums to want to be your mate a little bit more when you do look on trend.


Anyway there are two kinds of mums in the world: those who wear trackies/PJ's in public (she is this one), and the Best Parent Ever, who would never be caught outside the house in anything but full make-up, designer clothes, and heels.(I am this one - well I try anyway ha ha ha x)

Of course, some may admire the Best Parent’s effort to overcome the saggy-baggy doldrums of motherhood while on a simple kiddy-run to the playground. But is it really worth the effort of tottering perilously through the sandbox in heels like a drunken sailor? Or ducking  like a limbo-party reject beneath the metal loops of the jungle gym to preserve one’s freshly-styled do?

Yes, of course it is. Because no matter how painful or clumsy it may appear, the Best Parent’s stylish get-up is specifically engineered to make all the other sweatpants-wearing parents nearby feel even more fat, ugly, and hopeless than they already feel. This once again proves that the Best Parent Ever is not only better than you, they are “hotter” too.

So take that, mumsy, with your dowdy get-up and practical childrearing fashions. The Best Parent Ever may not be able to sprint over in time to stop their littlies from falling headfirst off the monkey bars, but at least they will look good trying, in a trashy, MILF kind of way (G String and all).

What are your thoughts on this? I do think its gross to let your G hang out, but lets face it accidents happen xx A

Motherhood - The Stress of running Late

Imogen and Samuel - ready for school!

 Hi at last ladies;
Finally this week i get to write a post, aaaaahhhhhh! My week has been hectic as usual, the house is still being painted and i am still frantically interviewing for staff............ finally I found the perfect angel today. Excuse any weird grammar mistakes (thank god for spell check) but after trialling her today my nails are now far too long.


I have ran late every day this week, it is becoming a serious problem, and I am never late. Its this whole getting to school by 8.30 thing, its so inconvenient ha ha x And it doesn't seem to be me, its everyone else in the house.
Do you have one or more children in your home that seems to repeatedly run late? 

Perhaps they run around looking for their shoes, jumper or homework? 

Maybe forgetting where they placed their school back pack the afternoon before. 

Does it raise the stress level for your entire family? It sure does in our house. I read somewhere once that a woman's stress level peaks at around 8am (I wonder why?)

It isn’t a very good way to start your day, is it? 

Think of this…..Do you run late?  Do you often forget where your keys are? (always)  How about finding your purse or shopping list?  Do you see the correlation?  Maybe not if in fact you are a mum who is pretty organized and then it frustrates you even more that you have a child that seems to be in disarray!

If running late is a key component to your mornings it is time for a change.

I know we can get our children to gain tremendous pride in their accomplishment of being prepared for their day and getting out the door on time in the morning, its just putting it to practice)  You have heard it time and time again; learning by example will get someone much further than just being told what to do.

I find that some  mums I work with find it just plain easier to continue yelling 3 or more times trying to address the issue rather than changing their response.  Why do we fall into those habits?  Because – it is easier to stay the same than change.  Face it, we are creatures of habit, and yet even when a pattern of behavior is NOT producing what we want, we seldom see another method to reach the outcome we desire.  So stop and think about how your morning runs and how you could in fact be enabling your child to continue their pattern of running late and being forgetful.

You know helping our children develop new habits starts with us.  Plain and simple.   As we venture into the middle of the school year, and Spring, it is the perfect time to develop some new habits, both for our children and us!  I have found some obvious points that can help our children, but it doesn’t take a lot of thinking to see how we can adapt these simple tools into our lives too.

Being Prepared (my "always" intention)

What can you do in advance to make things easier?  Thinking ahead can certainly help make a difference and calm things down.  Does your child have an activity the next day?  Is his/her backpack placed in a spot where it is accustomed to being?  You can even lay clothes out for the next day if that is a battle that ends up producing anxiety for anyone! I always have good intentions of doing this but all of a sudden run out of energy around dinner time......... every day he he x

Remembering Tasks

I started using check lists when my kids were very young.  These are all items that need to be accomplished by a certain time, normally before leaving in the morning. (making their bed, teeth brushed, pajamas put away, etc.). This helped me out because I didn’t have to be the drill sergeant and it also gave my child a great sense of pride as he/she accomplished these tasks on their own!  In addition, once the checklist was finished they can spend the remaining time before leaving doing an activity they enjoy.  I find too many parents let their kids watch TV or play video games before the work is done and then wonder why it is such a battle.  Work before play is a standard principle in our home.

Decide what type of system is going to work for you and your child.

Work on it together and brainstorm about what will help them.  You may be surprised at what they come up with.

Staying on Task

This one can be completely aggravating for many parents – because you have a dilly dallier!  You know, the one who looks up from one task and is completely distracted by something else. (me for sure)  We have used different things at different times, but a few that work well are using a kitchen timer to keep a child on task, having a one task at a time policy – where they cannot move on from one thing until one is completed.  Also having them check in with you during their progress is helpful too.

Listening

Truly making sure your child hears you and understands the instruction can be half of the frustration.  So, have your child repeat back instructions and then verify he understands.  We also found giving too many instructions at once was not a good combination.  Give one task at a time and wait until that is completed.

Set a Schedule

We set up a schedule for Imogen that has helped her use her time better in the mornings.  She knows what time to get up, what time she had to start eating breakfast, cleaning up, getting dressed, all of that.  We have tried to spell it out for her

Celebrate

If getting out the door in the morning has been a thorn in your side, sit everyone down and discuss how different the mornings are when things go smoothly.  How much happier everyone is, how enjoyable the ride to school is.  Then think together what you could in fact do on the days that everyone cooperates and takes care of their own business to help the family out.  Have a special after school treat – it doesn’t have to be big, just something little, like a certain favorite cookie or ice cream, or playing a game together or maybe this – you do one of your child’s chores that afternoon since they helped you out?

Get creative, you can have fun finding ways to motivate you child to step up to the plate and be more responsible.

Now the funny thing is, we all know these things are the things we should do, but do we? I am always falling off the wagon after a good weeks work, but definitely if things run smoother its worth a try for sure, anyway better get on with some stuff instead of getting sidetracked blogging. xx A

Motherhood - Life lessons for your children!

Hello Gorgeous Girls

This weeks motherhood post is centred upon advice we pass on knowingly and unknowingly to our babies in hope that their lives are shaped in the best way possible.

As parents, we will fill many roles in our children's lives – from friend and
caretaker, to cook, taxi driver, doctor and number 1 fan.

But one of the most important and fulfilling roles is that of teacher. We try our best to pass on life lessons, both practical and philosophical. As a mum of two (two is enough don't laugh), I’ve already given plenty of advice although they are only 6 and 3. from the beginnings of homework to how to make friends and not annoy them (eek) and all things in between. Of course, I’m never sure how much of it sinks in, but I know some bits and pieces must.

So I asked some of my friends, mums at school and clients at work what one piece of advice they think is most important for children to learn as they grow up. Every response was different, but each was formed around an important life lesson that we all could benefit from. So, in no particular order, here are ten of the best lessons you can share with your little one!

1. You are important and loved, but you are not the center of the universe,  Find something outside of yourself that will give your life meaning so that, when people think of you they think the world is a  better place because you are here.

2. Norman Rubek, father of three boys, made sure his sons had a rule of thumb to give them pause when making choices. “Don’t do anything that leaves facial scars, a permanent record, or a good chance of death,” he says.

3. Never compare yourself with anyone who seems to have it better than you,  Remember there’s always someone worse off than you are. This client said " you called always wake up crippled tomorrow" - food for thought heh?

4. Learn to save money, save up before you buy something. Don't spend what you don't have! - a drastic mistake of today's "Y" generation.

5. Every child should learn to believe in himself, Make up your own rules, and don’t let anyone tell you you aren’t capable. You are only incapable if you believe you are!

6. Kids who play the blame game should take heed of this advice: “Be careful when you point a finger at someone else. You’ll have three others pointing back at you.” 

7. “Control yourself – your emotions, attitudes and behaviors – in the face of adversity and you will be the most powerful person in the world.”

8. “Do right, because it is [right].You don’t do right because it will get you something, or because it will keep you out of trouble, or because you will sleep better. You do right simply because it is right, and then anything good that happens as a result of this is the icing [on the cake].”

9. “What you say and do matters, even if no one is watching ,the choices you make from moment to moment shape who you are and the way people feel about you.” Happiness comes from making choices that reflect the real you, even if no one is looking.

10. And, finally, a reminder for the tough times. Everything that happens to you is teaching you how to get through it So look for the lessons in every experience – and apply them in the future.

And finally if I could teach my babies one thing, it would be to be true to yourself and you’ll save yourself a lot of stress.

What is your favourite piece of advice to pass on? I would love to know, everyone's ideas are so different but so important x

xx A

Motherhood - How To Enjoy Your Children More!

Hello Gorgeous girls,

I am sure I am not the only one that wonders sometimes "why  it is all so hard/" sometimes just waking up and getting breakfast for everyone seems like a challenge. I saw an episode on Doctor Phil once where he talked about the importance of family traditions, and it was something I admit, had never crossed my mind, but ever since I have made a conscious effort to do little things that have turned into small traditions around our house, and you wouldn't believe how important these little things become to the little ones in the household and how much you start to look forward to them too.

These are some examples of our household traditions:

• Friday night pizza or fish and chips with a yummy dessert
• Nightly bedtime story
• Roasting marshmallows on the first cold night of the season
• Attending service at your place of worship, especially around Easter or Christmas time
• Easter egg Hunt
• Stir up Sunday - Traditional Christmas Pudding making Day is the third Sunday of November, My kiddies love it and its the start of Christmas for us.
• A birthday Zoo visit.
• Making the birthday cake of their choice (or trying to anyhow) check out the Essential Kids Birthday Cakes 2011 (Australian Womens Weekly)

Parenting really can be more fun than frustrating. Don't think so? These four tips may just change your mind. Enjoy your children more! By Barbara Gibson

Enjoy Your Children More - Four Tips

1. Slow Down

Rushing back and forth to meetings, practices, play-dates and other activities can keep you away from places that build and strengthen your relationship (and enjoyment) of your child. What places?

• Your child's bedside where you can share a silly story at bedtime or listen to him share the best/worst parts of today or what she is looking forward to tomorrow; or even watch your child sleep and dream.
• The kitchen where you can prepare a meal or bake cupcakes together.
• The kitchen table where you can play a game or share a craft project.
• The garage where you can share the experience of building something together.
• The garden where you can plant and tend fruit, flowers or vegetables

2. Listen

It isn't just on television that kids say the darnedest things. When we really listen to our kids we hear that they are funny, wise, insightful, compassionate, silly....what will you learn about your kids today?

Rituals and traditions help keep family relationships grounded; in fact, they are among the ties that bind. Sharing special times with loved ones creates warm feelings that we can rely on during the rocky times. Traditions don't have to be all consuming. You can keep them simple and still have fun.


3. Follow Your Child's Lead


Sure the buck stops with you, but you don't have to be in charge all the time. Open yourself up to all sorts of possibilities by following your child in a floor game, listening to music of your child's choosing, throwing the ball around, hitting the nail salon, or whatever your child likes to do. Chances are when you reach out to your child, your child will reach back.


4. Be Consistent and Clear in Your Expectations


We all (usually) do better when we know what is expected of us. Children are no exception. Be sure your expectations are age appropriate and your limits are for things that really matter. If the behavior doesn't conflict with your values, is not unsafe, or is just an annoyance, ignore it...let's face it, everyone has a habit that can be considered annoying. Even parents!




I thought these four points were fabulous and the most simple of ideas also, the things that take you back to your own childhood experiences. Sometimes it does all feel a bit too hard to fit these things in but once you do you wouldnt regret it


xx A

Motherhood - Popular Pregnancy Myths

The gorgeous Miranda Kerr

Happy Monday Gorgeous girls

Advice in pregnancy is so common that it alone should be listed as a symptom along with the expanding belly. I found these fabulous Pregnancy myths, or old wives tales, that have been passed on from generation to generation.

Old wives tales are abound in pregnancy. Some are hilarious and funny to pass along, while others can be down right dangerous to your health. 

I hope that you enjoy them and feel free to send me your favorites for inclusion!

• Drano mixed with urine will tell you if you're having a girl or a boy.
• The baby's heart rate will determine the gender.
• Another classic is that if you crave for salty foods then you will have a boy. Craving sweet foods would indicate a girl is on the way. You may crave lots of things when you are pregnant and you may have no particular cravings but none of these will determine the sex of your new baby.
• You need to drink plenty of water or the baby will get dirty in its sac of water.
• During a full moon more women go into labour than other times
• If you hold your hands above your head you'll strangle the baby with the umbilical cord.
• Heartburn during pregnancy means your baby will be born with lots of hair. Heartburn is a common discomfort during this state and is no way an accurate predictor of baby being born with lots of hair. Women with this problem have welcomed baldies into the world. (I had massive heartburn and had two gorgeous bald babies x
• Pregnant women shouldn't take baths. 
• Hold a string with a ring in it over a pregnant belly and you can predict the gender of the baby by the direction the string moves: back and forth for a boy; in a circle for a girl. This isn't true but it might be fun to try. 
• Spicy food brings on labour ( there is no logic here)
• Vitamin E lotion can prevent stretch marks. The propensity to acquire stretch marks largely depends on a woman’s skin composition. There are women whose skin is elastic enough to survive the stretching during pregnancy, and there are those who develop very visible marks despite carrying a relatively small baby. Unfortunately, there’s no foolproof way to avoid them, although lotions and creams can soothe a very taut belly.

You know what? When it comes to your pregnancy its always best to rely on the advice of medical professionals instead of folklore and myths from old ladies at the corner shop xx have a great week!

The Joy and Frustration of Parenting

Happy Monday beautiful girls,

I have been thinking and decided this Monday I want to write about how nothing compares to the overwhelming frustration and absolute joy of parenting.

Yesterday we were driving along and the little princess spotted a beautiful rainbow out of the window. Then  both she and the Wonderboy asked if we could reach the end. The look on their face was priceless when I said it looked like we might reach the end. The princess said "do you think the rainbow will be hard or soft when we touch it?" I said "what do you think?" she replied "Soft and see through.

It was such a gorgeous conversation. We don't often hear these wonderful stories because as much as young children can be an absolute pleasure they can also be frustrating and hard work. Independence is the word that describes it. Our little people are changing from dependent babies into children that can and want to do things for themselves. From the highest of highs to the lowest of lows children do live every day to the absolute most.

I love this!

Have you ever noticed a child having a tantrum in the shopping centre. That other mums give a "knowing " look or a "wry smile" This look is exchanged like a secret code. Also when you are happily chatting or playing with your little one, the look of memories and joy passes through the faces of these same passers by.

And anyway aren't we all allowed our moment of screaming and stomping, we as adults just look a bit sillier doing it don't we?

We will laugh at these bad times in the distant future. My mum and dad always tell me its karma for my behaviour as a child - yeah right, but regardless these times are great. Children are amazing, beautiful little people who bring so much joy and happiness into what would otherwise be quite a superficial world.

A Life of Excess - Motherhood

We are only a decade into the 21st Century, an era of excess everything.

For us as individuals success in the 21st century is as much about self discipline, moderation and abstinence as it is about drive and ambition. The issue we have is not "living without" but "living with excess".

The problem we face is from a young age as a community and individuals we are not made for moderation. Excess is available in any form at any age. Morbid obesity and diabetes have ballooned, with the constant access to processed and junk food as well as an increase in sedentary activities such as TV, computers, and computer games.

20 years ago we didn't have access to endless credit and loans, mobile phones and cable TV. There was no world wide web to provide instant access to gambling, shopping, cyber bullying and porn. Most importantly  we never had the worlds mass media convincing us to consume from every angle.

Eating disorders have risen sharply since the 90s and 1 in 20 Australian's admittedly have had some kind of dietary issue in their lives.

Before the year 2000 the phenomenon of celebrity for celebritys sake never existed. Believe it or not you actually had to have talent. Celebrity magazines and reality shows parade this excess, to excess! (pardon the pun).

It does seem though that kids are getting smarter, but in saying that it is our job as adults to give our children the tools and to show them how to use them.

In an age of excess it is hard to know hen to draw the line. We want to give our kids everything but where is the balance? How do we teach them appreciation?

If you know the answer let me know?

I actually bought a potato peeler at ikea the other day. Thinking back to my childhood ( i never felt i went without) I used to help my mum and my gran peel potatoes and string beans, we were expected to find our own fun and use our own imaginations, we did the dishes,we would get pocket money and save it. I was taught common sense, how to read and enjoy a book, a love of the arts, how to look after a pet, a good dress sense (i think), soft drink was for special occasions, how to cook, how to iron, vacuum (I have had staff who don't know what a vacuum cleaner is)..... and the list goes on.

Anyway we have started a star chart. 10 stars a week gets Imie and Samuel a treat.Its the greatest, but now to start with peeling the potatoes, maybe things can be turned around, who knows!

The Magic Years

Happy Monday Girls 

Today has been cold, really cold. 16 Degrees, which might not be cold for all of you but when you live in this climate its still freezing ha ha.

So we stayed in and watched a movie after school today The Bridge to Terrabithia, It is such an amazing movie, mind you I wasn't expecting it to be sad, but what I have been overly emotional about since the first time I saw this was the whole idea of the childhood imagination.

 Preschoolers definitely don't inhabit the same world as us adults, they live in a world of magical possibility, where the rules of simple logic and reality don't exist. I can certainly understand why this time in a child's life is sometimes referred to as "The Magic Years"

We went for a nature walk on the weekend and Imie and Samuel are still referring to it as "The Adventure" .

They threw rocks into the rapids, walked along a rickety bridge and swung on an old tyre, we had a basic (last minute) picnic of Vegemite sandwiches and popcorn which they thought was the best thing ever it truly was an adventure in their eyes.

They have been asking to do it again ever since. In our children's eyes nothing is too outlandish, The Easter Bunny, Santa Claus,(If you have never seen this, you must, I will put it up now so I
 don't forget but will do it again at Christmas, it is so adorable) The Tooth Fairy and in this movie Trolls, Giants and Magic Squirrels, making the other most enjoyable thing about this time in our child's life the fact that we get to relive what we also believed for so many years, and in movies like The Bridge to Terrabithia we remember our childhood adventures also x