24-Hour Shift

The 24-hour shift

parenting is a full-time job

Pandemic holiday problems

Be understanding as family members make choices about how they want to celebrate

The holidays are here! than debating when it’s time to You love your As if shopping and graduate from the kids’ table. aunt’s pumpkin cooking and planning weren’t stressful enough every year, let’s throw in This time, it’s personal. The folks who prefer to gathpie, but most of all you love Covid-19! er in person needn’t take offense her and want to at those who prefer to stay spend time with Whether you’re planning a small group celebration in person or setting by home. Especially if there is a family member or children who are at risk. If they’re not her – something that may not be possible this up a virtual gathering, navigating Theresa at risk but prefer to stay home, holiday season. the holidays has become a bit like sailing into a Davis let it be. Respect their decision; you’ll see them your pumpkin pie. This is no time to lecture one you love her. And her pumpkin pie. maelstrom. next year. another or argue. Together or Theresa Davis is a former miles apart, you’re still family. early childhood educator and has

Family members will Those of you who are Your aunt is staying home be- worked in childcare centers for have different views on how staying home, understand that cause she loves you and doesn’t more than 15 years. She is also holidays should be celebrated. holidays are very important to want to pass Covid-19 to you if an adoptive mother, living and This year, those different views some people, and they won’t be she’s asymptomatic. You want taking care of her family in the are going to carry more passion the same without family – or your aunt at your house because Capital District.

Discover the Night with the Albany Pine Bush

Experience nighttime in the Albany Pine Bush! Enjoy preserve staff and special guest videos featuring local wildlife, storytelling, community history and more! Play interactive games, download fun activities and nature craft instructions. Something for all ages.

You’re invited to visit AlbanyPineBush.org/discover-the-night anytime through December 31, 2020. A free virtual online special event.