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Painting Ideas for Children

Painting is one of those childhood activities that allows children to be creative and messy without worry. Beyond just colors and shapes, painting encourages children to use the right sides of their brains. The left side of the brain controls logic, linear thought and analysis and the right side of the brain is where spatial relations, creativity and a focus on the bigger picture take place. Encouraging children to paint not only increases their creative abilities, it also sets them up for a future where, according to some thinkers and writers, including Daniel Pink, the right side of the brain is becoming increasingly important in the workplace and in the world.

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Natasha Richardson: A Devoted Mom

Natasha Richardson, wife of Liam Neeson, died at 45 after suffering severe brain trauma while skiing in Montreal. She leaves behind two sons, Michael, 13 and Daniel, 12. The actress prioritized spending time with her boys and planned her schedule so either she or Neeson was always at home. The doting mom and Tony-winning actress was the daughter of Vanessa Redgrave and the late director Tony Richardson.