suzette roberts

// Morning / Afternoon Journal Prompts for Kids

Simple, mind-engaging journal prompts are a great transition activity between our busy morning arrivals and beginning our first subject of the day. They calm the physical and quiet the mental while promoting creative self-expression...

// The Royal Ballet Morning Class

Gentle therapy and self-care are in, and The Royal Ballet's morning 'warm-up' class at the barre and on the open floor checks three important boxes: attention to breathing, good posture, and warm muscle flexibility. The biggest payoff is the 'quiet emotional regulation' it brings into our lives while elevating our inner and outer cores. Principal Guest Teacher Olga Evreinoff's soothing and nurturing guidance takes us there as we 'dissolve' into Michael Pansters' beautiful piano notes. It's my yoga with a bit of an edge. And a fun rehearsal after the jump...

// Chocolate Caramel Sherbet

'Working on a chocolate caramel sherbet; the balancing espresso counterpart for our kids. Keeping it light and cozy this year. Happy, safe and restful holidays!

// 5 Things That Worked in 2022.

As we wrap up our classroom commitments for 2022, Yay!, I always take a look back at the year that was... 'the good list' if we may. What worked, consistently? What gave our days an upper momentum and greater resilience? And to bring these solid notes forward into 2023 for another successful year. Thank you to all our dedicated Educators (in the classroom and virtually), and Community Administrators who did their part supporting our stellar days, as well as navigating the difficult and unexpected reveals this year. Continuous follow ups are a must with any unruly pattern to effect positive change, uplift and maintain a safe, healthy, and peaceful environment for all.

 

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// Suzette's Saucy Chicken

Warm, filling and heavenly delicious! My simple lean chicken dish throughout all our seasons this year when desiring a little extra and some added varietal flavour to a loved weekly favourite. And of course perfectly done in my hands-free, hands down trusty toaster oven must-have. :) Recipe follows, step by step...