During the pandemic we rode on snow machines, went sledding, made Mother’s Day cards, picked berries, sewed neck warmers, made jam, baked, went caroling and made ornaments and gifts.  We tried our best to take away the stress and anxiety in our lives.  I do a lot long distance and on social media with kids all over Alaska!  They know they can always message or call me.  It’s been challenging for many.

I took a Laughing Yoga class last spring right before the pandemic.  I am planning to do this with the kids and we are excited!!  Humor is a MUST!  We always have so much fun!  It is a blessing for me to be with the children. They are so full of innocence, happiness and love! We have such wonderful children.  I hope all of you get inspired to take some children under your wing to give them some extra love, fun and memories. They will remember you and think of the safe environment.  It does make a huge impact in their life.  They in turn will be better people, better leaders, parents and community members.

Any activity you do with the kids is special.  I always say, it doesn’t take money to make a child’s day.  Moments are special.  Sit on the bank and watch them swim, pick berries, slide down, have a game night.

One of the kids said, ”I wish we had a My Grandma’s House in every village.  It is a place we can go to be kids and know we are loved.  We sometimes don’t have good homes and need a place to get away.”