The Center of the Master's of Science in Early Childhood Studies Program-Sherida Richards-Malcolm

    The quotes above practically sum up what support means to me. Those relationships and connections that I have forged over a period of time. They all have varying degrees and depts. These individuals have supported me in different areas of my life. These are individuals who will tell me whenever I am taking the wrong road, lane or curb. I expect some of these individuals to share my joys and sorrows, sunshine and rain, and my planting and reaping seasons. In, other words, they are not necessary for financial aid but, emotional and physical support. Maybe assisting with a difficult task or just helping out. We all spend quality time together, share effective communication, and respect for each other.                The man of my dreams, my soulmate and confident. The one who cooks for me, up to 3 times daily, if I so desire. Emerging from a broken relationship, Calbert has been there for me through "thick and thin", and the connection ...

        Getting dirty and spending most of my days outdoor discovering the world around me, being in touch with nature and my inner self summarise my childhood experience of play.                        Essential Tools for Play Trees could be used for so many outdoor activities such as climbing and swinging. As a child, I was the eldest of all my cousins. I enjoyed climbing small trees and sitting in them. As I got older, I could climb every tree in the yard except the coconut trees.  The tire in the tree represents a swing in my childhood days. I would sit in the tire for hours, and be pushed by my cousin, Jeff, who lived next door. Each time  I was pushed, I thought of reaching the sky, after all, the sky is the limit. This was a fun-filled, enjoyable activity. Significantly, the tire in the tree was also used to roll down the road with a stick. Oh, how exciting this game was. I played for hours....