Go Back To The Drawing Pad

by: Terry Matthews

We sometimes forget about the sheer enjoyment a good old fashioned drawing pad can give - to young and old alike. And it's a great stress reliever too.

Although there are always varying degrees of talent, most people love to draw. People who are good at it usually do it more, but there is something in it for everyone.

I still like to doodle on things when I'm stressed out or bored. I’m not good at it, but it's something that's usually for my eyes only and that's all that matters. I'm not trying to create a great work of art. To me it's an outlet.

Children are especially in love with drawing just about anything that comes to their mind, so you should make sure they always have a drawing pad or two to keep them happy.

You'll be well-served to have more than one type of drawing pad. I have paper ones that we use at home, and we also have one that is on the computer. The ones on the computer are not easy to use in the beginning, but once you get the hang of it you and your family will love it.

We now live in a world that's totally dependent on computers, and your children will be well-served if they know how to use them. They'll have great fun with the drawing pad on the computer and also pick up great computer skills that they can use in the future.

You can also get a drawing pad that stays in the car. Though the paper type will work for this, there are other types you could consider. The trusty old Etch-a-Sketch is still a big hit with most children. However, there are newer kinds that they can use which might be easier for them, at least when they are young. These new types use magnets in a pen that draws on a surface. They can be erased and used over and over again. They are perfect for car trips, and some even come with other activities built in.

No matter what type of drawing pad you choose, do make sure you get the old fashioned paper type so that you'll have some memories to hang on to. Let your children fill them up, and when they're done, you can put them away.

There are many things you can save from your child’s life - school work and such, but nothing shows off who they were and what they loved at any age better than a drawing. They are easy to store, and you can take them out any time you wish so you can remember your child at whatever age it is that you want to remember.

Drawing is a fantastic hobby for people of any age and talent level. Sometimes it seems as we get older we forget about the simple pleasure of getting out a drawing pad and letting our imagination run wild.

Terry Matthews is married with three almost grown children. She enjoys writing about how to enjoy the simple things in life.