Patch on the Wall

Today Patch found a new home. My cousin sent me a photo from the dementia ward where her mom lives. Patch was not sitting on the bed like usual. He wasn’t on the chair either. He was mounted high up on the wall, near the ceiling. My first reaction was confusion. “What is Patch doing…

A Simple Teddy Bear Tea Party at Home (A Gentle Activity for Kids)

There’s something quietly powerful about pretend play.A teacup. A teddy bear. A little imagination.And suddenly, the world slows down. This week, we set the table for tea. And I found myself thinking about where it all began. The smallest traditions are often the ones that last the longest. You don’t need matching china.You don’t need…