Elizabeth Mitchell, my uncle, and my 80s

We listen to quite a bit of children's music. Most likely, we have favorites in common with many of you. Laurie Berkner, Justin Roberts, Dan Zanes, and Putumayo Kids (such as World Playground) are a few on regular rotation in our cd player.
Most recently, I've gotten on an Elizabeth Mitchell kick. I say "me" because these are children's music artists in the category of "not likely to provoke parents to poke their own eyes out," which means I enjoy them as much or more than my children. And I've been enjoying Elizabeth Mitchell's You Are My Little Bird and You Are My Sunshine.
I'm not much for reviewing music, but I can say the cds include a lovely combination of folksy tunes that are either catchy and upbeat, but not overdone, or simple and soothing. Some songs are fun reminders of singing in my own childhood and some are new to me, but now happily familiar.
I happened to have the privilege, growing up, of having a drum-beating, piano-playing, guitar-strumming uncle who taught my sister and I some fun songs in the comfort of our grandparents' brown and gold living room. Every time I hear Elizabeth Mitchell's version of "Crawdad" ("You get a line, I'll get a pole, honey") I'm transported back there and singing in my head with my uncle, my sister, and my purple legwarmers. Good memories.
If you're looking for some delightfully old but new folksy tunes for your family, try Elizabeth Mitchell. And, as you listen, be sure to picture yourself in short shorts and tall socks.