Amazing and Talented Children Inspire Us!
Children inspire us; they make us reflect on our own lives and challenge us to do more. We learn from them. We can be entertained by them. Some will make you laugh. Others will make you cry. And others will leave you awe-struck!
"And a little child shall lead them." Isaiah 11:6
For sure.
Young Internet Entrepreneurs
Young Internet Entrepreneurs
Two young internet entrepreneurs discuss their online businesses.
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Children Learning to Cash in on the Internet
Meet Morgan and Rhiannon
So I am sure you can imagine my fascination when an internet friend, Charly Leetham, recently told me that her children were building their own businesses on line. Charly sent me the delightful video you can see -- Young Internet Entrepreneurs. Just click on the video above this article.
Can you imagine what these children will be creating in ten years from now?
P.S. As soon as my grandchildren are old enough, I am going to teach them to Squidoo like Morgan and Rhi. Would you like to teach your children to Squidoo? Visit their lens at Teach Your Kids Squidoo
These bios were written by their mom, Charly Leetham, who is also their mentor:
Morgan Leetham- Morgan is currently 13 years old (2008) and your typical boy. More motivated by computer games and the latest "shoot 'em up" than cleaning or any other sort of work like activity. However, he is very aware of financial considerations and knowledgable about money. This made clear to us, when he was 6 and offered to "rent" Daddy money to buy him ice-cream. When queried, he clearly stated he would rent Daddy the money to buy the ice-cream, but Daddy would have to give it back later with more (read, interest).
A very thoughtful and caring child, Morgan has decided that an online business will allow him the freedom to pursue his online gaming quests without having Mum nag at him! Seriously though, he is a very "switched on" young man who understands the power of passive income and how the Internet can help him achieve this.
His websites are:
RPG Guild Hall
Drittz Duorden
Rhiannon Leetham --A passionate 11 year old with "the gift". At a very early age, Rhiannon would tell her Mum (Charly) about the visits overnight from her Mums Grandma. What convinced Rhis' Mum about the person who was visiting was the description Rhi gave of the old woman having a "crabby" face! Charly, always believing she had a touch of the gift herself, sought to ensure that her daughter did not loose the touch through the programming of current day society. Rhiannon has been encouraged to "see" what she does and share that freely with her close family. Rhiannon has asked for this gift to be extended and has decided to use that as her basis to develop her online business. Not only does Rhi promote a "Learn To Be Psychic" program, she studies her own course, and is having an EBook written specifically for her. Rhiannon also loves cooking and has developed a website and Squidoo lens around this as well.
Rhis sites are:
That Psychic Girl
Learn to be Psychic
Recipes
Great Recipes
Thank you, Charly. You are a super mom (mum)and we appreciate your sharing your children with us. You and they are an inspiration to every child who sits in front of a computer!
Update - Rhiannon to be Featured as a Young Entrepreneur 11-3-08
This is copied directly from Rhi's mom, Charly Leetham's, blog atCharly Leetham
You can see Rhi's winning video at Cash-Smart Kids You Tube Video Competition
I am very big on encouraging my children to have online businesses. Today, I received the best news ever!
My 12 year old Daughter, Rhiannon has been selected as one of two Under 16 year old entrepreneurs to be featured in a book written by Business Writer Peter Economy.
Rhiannon receives this honour through a competition run by Jenny Ford from Cash Smart Kids and will be featured in Peter's 2008 Charity Book Project. The Charity Book Project was developed by Peter Economy as a way to use his passion - writing - to give something back, and hopefully to make the world a better place.
His plan? To write a book each year, with a co-author, and donate the proceeds to charity. In the first year, 2008, he has chosen to work with Jenny Ford and write a book to empower parents to teach their kids the money and business skills they need to be self-sufficient in the modern economy.
Jenny devised a competition where the kids had to develop a 2 minute YouTube Video or write a Hubpage about their business. Two winners would be chosen.
Rhiannon will be profiled alongside big names like Ben Casnocha, who started a software business at 13, and was CEO of a Silicon Valley start-up by seventeen.
Jenny's announcement was made on her blog today - Raising Entrepreneurs.
Rhiannons website helps people Learn To Be Psychic and the blog helps her share experiences and lessons she is learning.
Surfing Pre-schoolers!
These little girls are learning to surf at an early age!
Our dear friend sent these notes about her little girls, who are surfers already!!!
........Madelyn is 8. She started surfing when she was 3. She had a board that was made for a child her size. She caught on fast....she loved it (but would have loved anything her Daddy loved...big time daddy's girl!)
Bella who is 6, also started when she was 3. She only surfed a little board for a very short while. By then her sister was using a 5 foot surf board, so she wasn't going to let Madelyn get anything up on her. Bella was up and at it even faster than Madelyn. That mostly having to do with the fact she isn't scared of a thing.....sharks....what sharks? She was light as a feather and could jump right up and wasn't afraid of a thing. Madelyn and Bella both plan to do their very first competition this year. We hate we haven't already entered them in one yet.....big mistake on our part.
The girls with their daddy make their weekend trip to the surf shop every week...new wax, leashes, or rainbows. But, they always go to check out the new boards. Jason is obsessed with this hobby and the girls are following close behind. Sine everyone is getting so involved...I think Mom might give it a try this year...I will let you know how that goes.
Jason grew up near the beaches of South Carolina so he has always had a love for the beach. He could waddle in the sand all day. He began surfing when he was 10 years old. He entered many contests when he was younger. He loved going to Cape Hatteras. He surfed in many competitions up and down the east coast individually as well as with his high school surf team. He has gone to the Abacos and Nicaragua in the past few years. He loved Nicaragua so much, he bought some land while he was there. Just a five minute walk...to his heaven on earth. He is so excited about his girls taking up a sport that he is so passionate about.
Meet Kyle Lograsso
Young golfer's courage and talent are astounding
Kyle Lograsso
A lesson in golf and courage
Kyle is a little fellow who loves golf and seems to be a natural at the game. He also is successfully battling cancer of the eyes.
My husband, children, grandchildren and I all enjoy following Kyle's story. Our grandchildren are 4 and 6 year olds who love to play golf. And my husband, a former golf club professional, has been legally blind for the past 20 years. We appreciate Kyle's talent, his struggles, and his wonderful family support.
Enjoy and be inspired!
Golf anyone?
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Books For and About Children
Meet Connie Talbot
Singing Somewhere over the Rainbow
"Britains Got Talent ♥ Connie Talbot, age 6, WOWs Simon Cowell !"
Official Connie Talbot videos also on this channel. * * * Connie Talbot singing Ben and winning her Britains Got Talent semi final http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnUOJonRcCw * THE FEEL-GOOD FACTOR! * The JOurneY of Connie Talbot. Somewhere Over The Rainbow Here because it's uplifting and inspiring and full of feel-good and WOW! Heart and Smiles :-) & Aaaahhh... It raises your vibration. Dreams Really Do Come True Many messages here from a 6 year old. Including, when you go onto Life's stage, what you've got to remember, is to smile. Show Life your best smile. The Optimists Creed (Christian D Larson, and now, The Secret): "To wear a cheerful expression at all times and give a smile to every living creature you meet." :-) Kahlil Gibran: "Keep me away from the wisdom which does not cry, the philosophy which does not laugh and the greatness which does not bow before children." Light-Hearted and Lovely! Enjoy and allow your troubles to melt like lemon drops :-) * * * Britains Got Talent is an amateur-talent contest, presented by Ant and Dec. The talent show's panelists / judges are Simon Cowell (American Idol, The X Factor, BMG Records), Piers Morgan (ex-tabloid newspaper editor, Daily Mirror, and one of the best known faces in British media), and Amanda Holden (actress). Episode 3 of 9 "Over The Rainbow" from The Wizard Of Oz movie (Judy Garland) music by Harold Arlen lyrics by E.Y. Harburg and sung, beautifully, by a 6 year old, Connie Talbot Child singing sensation Connie Talbot is already a favorite to win Britain's Got Talent. * * * Somewhere over the rainbow Way up high, There's a land that I heard of Once in a lullaby. Somewhere over the rainbow Skies are blue, And the dreams that you dare to dream Really do come true. Someday I'll wish upon a star And wake up where the clouds are far Behind me. Where troubles melt like lemon drops Away above the chimney tops That's where you'll find me. Somewhere over the rainbow Bluebirds fly. Birds fly over the rainbow. Why then, oh why can't I? If happy little bluebirds fly Beyond the rainbow Why, oh why can't I? * * * The other voice on the video, singing Somewhere Over The Rainbow, is Eva Cassidy. * * * Britain's Got Talent is a British television show. It's a search for Britain's best amateur talent act and features dancers, singers, comedians, musicians, impersonators, ventriloquists, contortionists, magic acts, and much more! Open to all ages. The winner will perform before the Queen at the Royal Variety Show on December 3rd. It is aired on ITV1 (main show) and ITV2 (spin off, Britain's Got More Talent). This talent show began in the UK on June 9th, 2007. Broadcast daily. The live final is on June 17th, 2007. The series follows the formula of hit US talent show, America's Got Talent. Both are the creation of The X Factor and American Idol judge, Simon Cowell. * * * Watching every day, I liked: Paul Potts (Nessun Dorma and Time To Say Goodbye) Damon Scott and Bubbles, the monkey puppet The Bar Wizards Tony Laf (I Wanna Be With You / I'm good) Crew 82 Dominic Smith (Unchained Melody and Michael Jackson song I'll Be There) Craig (baton twirling) * * * UPDATE Connie is in the Saturday June 16th Semi-Final. Connie is in this line-up (not in this order): * The Bar Wizards - Neil and Neil - professional cocktail 'flarers' * Cheeky Bits - children's dance troupe * Doctor Gore - horror magician * Kombat Breakers - hip-hop dance troupe * Mike Garbutt - comedy impressionist * Kit Kat Dolls - drag queen girl group * Tony Laf - singer / songwriter * Connie Talbot * * * ~~~ CONNIE TALBOT'S BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT PERFORMANCE IN THE FINAL, SUNDAY JUNE 17, WILL BE POSTED HERE :-)) ~~~
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Connie Talbot
Connie on Squidoo
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Connie Talbot
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Connie may not have won the popular British talent show, but she has most certainly won the hearts of people all over the world! Connie Talbot is a beautiful singer and a true breath of fresh air. I promise you, this young vocalist will touch your...
I'm the MOM!
Anita Renfroe Lyrics
Because I'm the Mom
Because I'm the Mom song to the William Tell Overture.
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A Salute to Moms Everywhere
Proud to be a Mom!
Barry Harris - sounds like Barry Manilow
Barry Harris On America's Most Talented Kids
This is me on "America's Most Talented Kids" singing my arrangement of Barry Manilow's "Mandy". I was 12 years old on this show (over 4 years ago). For further info go to Myspace.com/BarryHarrisMusic
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Barry Harris
Pennsylvania talent
Barry Harris is sixteen years old and is a multi-talented musician who writes and plays his own music. Everything you hear is all Barry. He is the producer, does all the recording and editing, mixing, lead and background vocals, piano, orchestra arrangement, and all the other instruments. He has written over 100 songs and the music to two full musicals. One of them, "Alice In Wonderland the Musical", was staged in the summer of 2005 to Sold-Out crowds, at the prestigious Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope, PA and in two other cities. Barry was also hired to be the Musical Director and vocal coach for the Bucks County production
Musical Instruments on e-Bay
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National Anthem
The Cactus Cuties sing The National Anthem Old Video
The much requested studio recording of The Cactus Cuties singing our National Anthem, The Star Spangled Banner, is now available for downloading from Cdbaby and Itunes. The Cactus Cuties, http://thecactuscuties.com, range in age from 8 to 13. The group is named for the Cactus Theater in Lubbock, Texas and they are coached by Cami Caldwell.
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Visit their websites! Support these young talents!
- Teach Your Kids Squidoo
- Learn more about Morgan and Rhi.
- The Amazing Voice of Connie Talbot
- Any day you need a lift, Connie's beautiful voice will lift your spirits and fill your soul with joy.
- Kyle Lograsso
- Kyle's story of talent, love and courage teaches and encourages all of us.
- The Official Barry Harris Website for Jazz Education and Information
- Much more information about Barry! Schedule of concerts, jazz information, testimonials.
- CD Baby: CACTUS CUTIES: The Star-Spangled Banner
- Cactus CutiesThe Star-Spangled Banner© 2008 Cactus Cuties, LLC (634479782084)MP3 price: $1.00
- Hello, I'm Joan
- This lens is about me and my squidoo experience. I have fallen in love with squidoo. No doubt about that! My goal is to produce 100 lenses by Christmas 2008. I hope that some of the lenses will be helpful to you.
I believe children are our future...
Don't you agree?
4 year old on accordian! His first name is Hunter.
Very Talented Baton Twirler!
Important Update!
Exciting News! This lens has been accepted by The Isle of Squid! Click here to add a review of this site. And Thank you!
The Isle of Squid
What have you learned from these children or the children in your life?
seedplanter wrote...
Joan, this is a beautiful collection of children, each a special blessing to our world. Thanks for all the work and effort you put into this. It's a wonderful lens.
Five *****s & a fave. (You're right; it made me laugh and cry...)
Posted November 03, 2008
Charlyjl wrote...
Well Joan, my amazingly talented daughter has just found out that she will be featured in Business Writer, Peter Economy's book this year. She is over the moon! Read about it on my blog - Rhiannon Featured As A Young Entrepreneur. Needless to say, I'm one proud Mum!
Charly
Posted November 03, 2008
Charlyjl wrote...
Well Joan, my amazingly talented daughter has just found out that she will be featured in Business Writer, Peter Economy's book this year. She is over the moon! Read about it on my blog - Rhiannon Featured As A Young Entrepreneur. Needless to say, I'm one proud Mum!
Charly
Posted November 03, 2008
GrowWear wrote...
Marvelous lens! Going to vote it up at SquidPoint now. :)
Posted September 28, 2008
Pantherart wrote...
Thanks for this wonderful lens Joan we are around the same age and watching all these kids today because of things like the internet and cable tv that we did not get a chance to witness all this great talent it was always out there but it took a lot more luck to be found 5 stars and the Lords blessing on this lens
Posted September 17, 2008
streak_tlu wrote...
What a phenomenal lens Joan. It's amazing how much we can learn from kids. And to think Boomers and Gen Y can't learn to get along in the workplace. Sometimes it's great to take a step back to realize they're other things more important! Great perspective!
Posted July 16, 2008
Susan52 wrote...
Very enjoyable and charming lens! My children aren't talented in a way that you would feature here, but they amaze me by their character, work ethic, and generosity and I think they're quite special! 5*
Posted July 06, 2008
Joan4 wrote...
Thank you all for your kind comments, and Gypsy, Connie Talbot has that effect on me over and over again! The child has a charisma about her, doesn't she? whew.
Posted July 06, 2008
GypsyOwl wrote...
5*FAV and Lensrolled to my Baby Magic lens. Connie Talbot Oh My I Love Her So Much!!! She brought tears to my eyes! in a good way... :D This is a great lens! "Enjoy and allow your troubles to melt like lemon drops :-)"
Posted July 06, 2008
enslavedbyfaeries wrote...
I love this lens! So much remarkable talent, -it's great to see this put together so nicely.
Posted July 06, 2008
SherryHolderHunt wrote...
Love this lens, rolling it to my EZ Doodle lens! 5*'s, favorited
Posted June 24, 2008
EverythingMouse wrote...
The greatest gift that we can give our children is that they can be anything they want to be. Never crush their dreams.
Posted June 08, 2008
Winter52 wrote...
Hi Joan,
What a great lens. All of these kids should be a constant reminder to us that we simply have to get up and do something. If you need a bit of inspiration... just turn to a child. And it made me happy just to watch those little faces! Amazing!
Posted June 01, 2008
tonyab wrote...
What a fantastic lens! Thanks so much for submitting it to my KidStories group! Very, very nice. 5*'s, in my faves too.
Posted May 24, 2008
Charly Leetham wrote
Wow Joan! How inspirational watching all these remarkable children. All children (and parents) need to realise that they can do this too, it just takes application....
I learn from my kids everyday - I love the fact that they question everything, respectfully, because it makes me look again.
Joan, keep up the wonderful work.
Charly
Teach Your Kids Squidoo
Posted May 24, 2008
Vanesa wrote
Joan,
I love all the kids...they really are great. Abby is fixing to test for her solid yellow belt in Taw Kwon Do. I am hoping she will stay with it until she gets her black belt. I think it is a great way for her to build self confidence. I would love to know that when she hits middle school she will be going with a black belt. Anyway, my own kids inspire me in so many ways...but I love the ones you found. Good work!!
Posted May 20, 2008
