{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 12 - Long Days, Short Years","description":""Let\u2019s talk LONG days.\u201d   Have an idea? Email me at Play4life.Christy@gmail.com  or find me on Instagram here or there. \u201cThe days are long but the years are short.\u201d Gretchen Rubin In this episode, I share four tips on how to shift the LONG days of mothering. 940 weekends Remember the end goal Be safe & silly, don\u2019t get swept away Weekly no matter what Books that keep me safe & silly.  These are affiliate links. The Orange Rhino The Book With No Pictures     2019 is the year of bantering with our kids.  Let\u2019s embrace water cooler conversations that increase positive interactions and attachment.  Want to do it together? Consider joining my VIP Group.  www.play4lifemoms.com ~~Got a road trip or just everyday drives around town?  Use the time well by adding in play. TEXT \u201cplay\u201d to 69922 for this free pdf.     Self-Care Action: Download an app that helps your practice breathing mindfully.  Play Idea: Build an indoor teamwork obstacle course\u2014everyone has to finish together.  Relay races, wheelbarrow, crap walk holding hands.  The goal is to focus on having a common goal.   Want more?  Check out the website!  www.Play4Lifemoms.com Want play ideas over email?  www.subscribepage.com\/play4lifemoms ","author_name":"Keep Calm Mother On! with Christy Thomas","author_url":"http:\/\/everydaymotherhood.libsyn.com","html":"