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Additional resources: T he Secrets of Happy Families by Bruce Feiler Playful Parenting by Lawrence J. Cohen Simple Fun for Busy People: 333 Free Ways to Enjoy Your Loved Ones More in the Time You Have by Gary Krane, Ph.D. Inside Out - animated Pixar movie that explores emotions Positivity and grief Seeking silver linings isn’t always possible, especially if you’re grieving the loss of a loved one or dealing with personal crisis. Be gentle with yourself, give yourself time and seek support. Freelance journalist Christa Melnyk Hines and her husband are the parents of two boys. Christa’s latest book is Happy, Healthy and Hyperconnected: Raise a Thoughtful Communicator in a Digital World. Depression is a serious illness. Consult your family physician if you or a loved one experiences persistent sadness, loss of appetite, inability to sleep, decreased energy level or thoughts of suicide. In As Much Montessori-based early childhood education In As Much has been meeting the educational needs of children since 1980 with programs specifically for:  Infants  Toddlers  Preschool & VPK  Kindergarten  After school For information about registration and tuition, contact Jayne Carroll, Director of Early Childhood Education 775 Jacob Brock Ave. Enterprise, FL 32725 386.668.6771 Phone 386.668.4486 Fax [email protected] www.fumch.org VOLUSIA parent MAGAZINE | 17