Kids corner – soulgifts

James and the Giant Peach

May 26, 2020

I have been following this epic story telling series. Do join me. Partners In Health works on the front lines with some of the most vulnerable communities in the world, building health systems, protecting the vulnerable, and saving lives. Together, we can stop COVID-19, and ensure everyone, everywhere has access to the health care that … More James and the Giant Peach

When Life Hurts

May 5, 2020

Oh no! He’s here… What am I going to do? Maybe if I keep really quiet and stay in my room he won’t find me. I’m so scared he’s going to kill me. He said he would. No one believes me. Everybody hates me. They don’t help me. They think she’s just a kid. What … More When Life Hurts

Methusela’s Musings – Strange Times

April 15, 2020

It has been a very long time since we gathered around Gramps’ rocking chair for story time. In fact, the last story was about the Treasure Chest. Gramps. as is his custom, is sitting in his rocking chair waiting patiently for the little ones to arrive. But this time, alas, they cannot sit in a … More Methusela’s Musings – Strange Times

Teen Slang for 2020

January 2, 2020

We all know that language is a living thing. As technologies bring in new marvels, so they bring in new terms. Which become embedded in every day speak. As do trends, music and a trillion other influencers. In order to understand teen speak, it behooves us olds to keep up with the trends in language. … More Teen Slang for 2020

The Lego Master and His Apprentices – Pt 2

December 31, 2019

Yesterday I gave you a glimpse into my world of Lego contruction. I am but a mere novice. The Retired Husband (from now on to be called Himself) is far more seasoned. Yet even he had to call on The Master for help. Many times. Admittedly not as many as me. In my defence, his … More The Lego Master and His Apprentices – Pt 2

The Lego Master and His Apprentices – Pt 1

December 30, 2019

This Christmas we – the two olds in the house – were gifted Lego kits by the younglins. It’s become kind of a tradition. These gifts were inspired by the newly released movie – the last of the Star Wars saga. (Himself has been given various Star Wars space crafts. And one year the Apollo … More The Lego Master and His Apprentices – Pt 1

The Beast of Buckingham Palace

November 26, 2019

No, this post is not about Prince Andrew. It is about the latest book I am devouring. I do believe I have just discovered my next new favourite author. David Walliams as he is professionally known, is an English actor, comedian,writer and TV personality. I first came across him as a judge in Britain’s Got … More The Beast of Buckingham Palace

A well travelled monkey

September 19, 2019

This heart warming story was in the paper today. I just had to share it. Harriet, the toy monkey, lives at the Woodside kindergarten in the Adelaide Hills. The kindergarten has a team of travelling monkeys that accompany the children on holidays. Photos and stories of their adventures are used to teach the children. Eight … More A well travelled monkey

Moomin TV series – in English

September 5, 2019

These cute little trolls have been around in Finland for decades. My kids were introduced to them by friends when they were little. Unfortunately it was not available in English so I needed to translate on the go as we watched the videos. There is even a Moomin theme park in Finland. Moominvalley is Finnish-British animated … More Moomin TV series – in English