The decision to throw away your pre-loved stuff is a difficult one – especially for those of us with a habit for hoarding. When something loses its shine or comes to the end of its lifecycle, the temptation is to get rid and start again. But thanks to the miraculous upcycling movement, our tired doodads […]
Top Family Vacation Destinations Everyone Will Love
Do you enjoy traveling with family? Thinking of taking a vacation and you need some inspiration for where to travel? We have you covered. We love to travel as a family and here are some of our top picks for kid-friendly destinations. The truth is there are almost an infinite number of places you could go on […]
What Is The Role Of A Mentor?
If you are interested in either having a mentor or being a mentor, you might want to give some thought to the question, “What is the role of a mentor?” He or she should provide guidance, support, and expertise to someone with less experience or knowledge. But that definition just focuses on the functionality of […]
What You Need To Know About Bullying
First what is bullying? Well, bullying is repeated, intentional behavior where one child (or group of children) hurts, threatens, excludes, or intimidates another child who is often less able to defend themselves. It can happen physically, verbally, socially, or online (cyberbullying), and it usually involves a real or perceived imbalance of power, such as differences […]
Go Green At School With These Eco Friendly School Supplies
Everyone is getting on the GO GREEN bandwagon and I’m the first to applaud this initiative. After all, it’s in our best interests to reduce waste and decrease our dependence on scarce natural resources. With back to school on everyone’s mind, I’ve put together a list of eco-friendly school supplies to help parents with going […]
Chinchilla Care: How To Take Care Of Chinchillas As Pets
Have you been considering chinchillas as pets? Chinchillas are super soft, cute animals that are gentle and family-friendly. If you have a family member with allergies, you will love that chinchillas don’t have dander! Chinchillas are pretty easy to care for as pets but they do need a comfortable habitat and lots of attention to […]
How To Build A Tiered Garden On A Slope [Terraced Garden Beds]
A sloped garden can seem like a bit of a nuisance; it’s notoriously difficult to plant anything on a hill and there is a risk of erosion. Such a slope, though, can easily become a thing of beauty with a little effort, vision and a touch of landscape gardening. Terraced garden beds, whereby a terraced […]