"It is a happy talent to know how to play."

"It is a happy talent to know how to play."

Ralph Waldo Emerson
American writer
1803–1882

One of my favorite parts of my day as a child development center administrator, is to take time away from the computer and paperwork and to step into the classroom to play with the children.  Stress and anxiety are immediately gone as  I mush the play dough, draw a picture, sing a song, dance, laugh, or cuddle a child.  My favorite sound is the sound of a child's laugh - how can you not help smiling when you hear that?  I think adults forget how to play, especially imaginary play.  Very sad!