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Let’s Celebrate World Marbles Day

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Multi-colored toy marbles spilling out of a glass jar.

Do you know how to play a game of marbles? Even though marbles aren’t as popular now as they were years ago, I’ll bet you can find residents who know how to play.

Traditionally, Word Marbles Day takes place on Good Friday, so the date varies from one year to the next. That’s because it all began with a marbles tournament held near London on Good Friday in 1588.

In 2022, the event falls on April 15. However, you can always adjust the date if it interferes with your religious Good Friday activities.

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How To Rekindle Joy In Your Work: Part 3

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The other day, I was updating old blog posts when I came upon a series of articles I wrote back in 2018. The series was about how to rekindle the joy in your work when your job no longer brings fulfillment.

As I read the third article in the series, I realized the topic is even more pertinent now than it was four years ago. That’s because the pandemic has resulted in what they often call “The Great Resignation”. People are quitting their jobs in record numbers.

If you’re thinking about a job change, I hope you’ll consider these important points before taking the plunge.

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My Favorite Healthcare Blogs

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Since we all enjoy reading blogs—at least, I think you do since you’re reading my blog—I thought it would be helpful for all of us to share our favorite healthcare blogs. I’ll outline my top five picks, and then I invite you to share yours in the comment section. (Click on the title to go directly to each blog.)

Maria’s Place

If you’re looking for fresh activity ideas for your senior living community, this is the place to go. Anyone can access Maria’s basic website where you’ll find a variety of resources, such as games, printables, craft ideas, and recipes. [Read more…] about My Favorite Healthcare Blogs

How To Celebrate National Crayon Day

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As you prepare your activity calendars for March, I hope you’ll include National Crayon Day on March 31. While the concept of crayons originated a few centuries ago, what we know as modern crayons dates back to 1903. And, humans have celebrated National Crayon Day since at least 2006.

Does National Crayon Day sound like an event only children can enjoy? Think again! It’s an excellent opportunity to transport your residents back to happy childhood memories. (Do you remember the scent of a freshly opened box of new crayons on your first day of school?)

These are my favorite activities for National Crayon Day. I hope you’ll share your ideas in the comment section!

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My Acts Of Kindness For February

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One of my New Year’s resolutions for 2022 is to do more acts of kindness throughout the year. In January, I chose one volunteer project to do from home each week. During February, I decided to reach out to specific people (or groups of people) whom I felt could use some kindness.

Ordinarily, I don’t broadcast the acts of kindness I do for other people. After all, anonymous acts can be the most fun of all. However, this year I’m sharing what I’m doing, hoping it will prompt my readers to reach out with acts of kindness of your own.

Here’s what I’ve been up to so far this month:

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