For many places around the world, today we celebrate Mother’s Day. I believe some countries celebrated earlier this year. That’s not the point. Today we celebrate the mom’s. What is (or was) a Mother’s Day tradition you recall? In my family, it’s breakfast at McDonald’s. The tradition started after my daughter got her driver’s license. She and my son wanted to treat me to breakfast. Being kids, they didn’t realize that Mother’s Day is one of the busiest days of the year for restaurants. After striking out a few times, we landed at the drive-thru of McDonald’s. I can say, that was probably one of my best ever Mother’s Days. Now, it’s your turn!

Our community is growing and we have some talented and dedicated community owners here. Today is your day to tell us a little bit more. 🦉Who are you and who do your serve? 🔂 In 1 or 2 sentences, describe your community. 🔗 Drop a link to your about page. Comment on 1 or 2 communities that interest you. Let’s support each other and build new relationships. If I missed your name, it’s not personal, with over 80 members, I’m not sure who has a community🤫 @Janell Bitton @Allan R. @Blue Mojo @Brenda Chilstrom @Celia Kibler @Daniel Cavaretta @Des Cooke @Elizabeth Houston @Evelene Sterling @Michelle Fuentes @Gus Gray @Amy Grantham @Jose Guerra @Heather Wilson @Katya McEwen @Lisa Vanderveen @Maryna Tempalova @Max Orlewicz @Mayelice Castro @Natasha Bryant @Paul Wren @Ruben Plasmeijer @Ramona Zihlke @Rene Kerkdyk @Roslyn Hill @Tim Tindle @Wendy Lee-Chu @Yu-Tzu Huang

Let’s extend a warm welcome to the newest members of the community. I invite you to explore, ask questions, and if motivated, introduce yourself. Monday- Friday (US) I post a short education piece and a related play activity with variations by age. You can generally find those under Play Prompts. Weekends are for getting to know each other. Excited to have you here. @Kristy Allison @Jen Staniforth @Claire Amelia @Lisa Kilby @Sasha Woodall @Anna Murrietta @Monika Howerton

We’ve had so many new folks join in the last month, I think it’s time for a fun game of introductions. Now, when I’m conducting in person training, I usually do this by passing around of toilet paper and asking everyone to tear off as many sheets as they’d like. No further instructions are given. After everyone has taken their share, I then let them know it’s time to share one fact for each square (or sheet) they took. That usually gets folks talking. Since we don’t have any toilet paper, let’s roll the virtual dice instead. For each dot that you get, share something about yourself. I’ll start. PS: This is on the honor system. https://www.calculator.net/dice-roller.html

It’s been a great week of growth and adventure. Let’s extend a warm welcome to our newest members, @Kristy Allison @Claire Amelia @Jen Staniforth @Jose Guerra I’m working with Jose to improve our community orientation. I’d love to hear from old and new members alike. What would be helpful to you? Classes? Clearer onboarding? Paths to explore games and activities based on the age “bands” of the kids in your life? This community is for you so let me know!