by Marijke McCandless | Oct 9, 2024 | Juicy Practices Newsletter
Hello Reader! This week, I’ve endlessly watched clips from Disney’s Frozen—specifically, the singalong version of “Let it Go.” Yes, that’s right: I’ve been learning the words and practicing singing along. Why? Because my granddaughter June is completely captivated by...
by Marijke McCandless | Oct 2, 2024 | Juicy Practices Newsletter
Hello Reader! Put on a Tutu! “Papa,” my granddaughter June said while grabbing his hand. Come play with me!” June took him to the toybox in the play area, opened it, and began hunting through it, pulling out a tutu and wings. “Let’s dress up! Put on...
by Marijke McCandless | Sep 25, 2024 | Juicy Practices Newsletter
Hello Reader! This week, I’ve paused for breath—figuratively and in a literal experiment. I set a timer for every 15 minutes to take two breaths—no expectations, just a moment to be present with my body. I then practice an inner smile, as I describe in Naked in...
by Marijke McCandless | Sep 17, 2024 | Juicy Practices Newsletter
Hello Reader! We spent 70 days of Summer hanging out mainly in Washington State, with a final stint in California near Lake Tahoe. I love the rich greenery, the rugged Cascade mountains, and our precious family time together. Despite growing up in Washington State, we...
by Marijke McCandless | Sep 10, 2024 | Juicy Practices Newsletter
Hello Reader! Stringing Bead Necklaces for Life Anyone who’s spent time with a 2- to 4-year-old knows the joy of watching them learn how to string beads or buttons together. It’s one of my favorite activities with my grandkids. We pour out a pile of beads...
by Marijke McCandless | Sep 3, 2024 | Juicy Practices Newsletter
Hello Reader! “We forgot the hugs and kisses part!” The other night, during my 3-year-old granddaughter Cedar’s ten-step bedtime routine (potty, brush teeth, diaper, jammies, shade down, night light and white noise on, read one book, share our actual...
