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Missouri Mom On Mission To Build Playgrounds For Every Child

First Posted: 11/10/11 06:15 PM ET Updated: 11/10/11 07:18 PM ET

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Natalie Blakemore used to hate playgrounds.

The O’Fallon mother dreaded the monkey bars, slides and brightly colored play areas that were no fun for her three-year-old son Zachary.

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Natalie Blakemore used to hate playgrounds. The O’Fallon mother dreaded the monkey bars, slides and brightly colored play areas that were no fun for her three-year-old son Zachary.
Natalie Blakemore used to hate playgrounds. The O’Fallon mother dreaded the monkey bars, slides and brightly colored play areas that were no fun for her three-year-old son Zachary.
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jet1018
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07:02 PM on 11/17/2011
Unlimited Play is an amazing organization! My own kiddos have been fortunate to play on these playgrounds and it's incredible for them to play alongside of those with all kinds of abilities. You need to come and check them to fully understand the magic. We need more of them everywhere!
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ScoutFreedom
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02:55 AM on 11/16/2011
Such a wonderful story about a Mom on a Mission. Truly, Unlimited Play has made so many dreams come true for community's children and families. All 3 of their playgrounds have become destination playgrounds attracting people, schools, social service organizations, and even therapy professionals from all over. They provide the "model" of what playgrounds should be and how a community can come together to make it happen. What is so amazing is that it all started from a mother's kitchen table...
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