My son has been in Cub Scouts since Kindergarten (it is for children in grades K-5). I enrolled him because I knew that he would learn lots of great skills. As it turns out, he loves Cub Scouts! He not only has fun, he also learns skills to help him do things himself, he picks […]
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How To Help When Your Child Has Stomach Flu
The stomach bug is the worst. The vomit is unpredictable. The stomach cramping is constant. And the flashes of chills and then hot flashes agonizingly ward off sleep. It’s even worse to watch the stomach flu in kids as they experience this misery (especially when their vomit never seems to make it to the toilet). […]
10 Texting Etiquette Rules To Put Your Best Foot Forward
Texting is becoming more and more popular especially amongst teens, tweens, and kids of all ages. But what are appropriate rules of conduct surrounding these text exchanges? Well, there are several things both adults and children should keep in mind while texting. We all need to make sure we’re minding their manners online. That is why I […]
My Favorite Ancient Chinese Proverbs
I just love ancient Chinese proverbs. So often, they resonate within me having struck a chord of truth. Proverbs offer little bits of wisdom that don’t always make sense the first time you hear them. However, as you experience life, they ring more and more true. They are not quotes. They are common sayings of generational wisdom. […]
10 Ways to Get Healthy And Stay Healthy In The New Year
As the new year approaches, we often reflect on what goals we may have and what changes we’d like to make in our lives. The older I am getting the more I realize how important health is to a happy life. I encourage everyone to take at least 1 step towards a healthier you in […]
Gift Ideas For Teen Girls That They Actually Want
My niece is a very fashion forward teen. She is always sporting the latest trends, playing with new makeup looks, and showing off a variety of fashion styles. Naturally, I get my teen gift ideas largely from her! But what actually inspired me to write this post featuring cool, trendy gift ideas for teen girls […]
GOLO Review: How Samantha Used GOLO For Weight Loss
I recently shared a blog post introducing the GOLO Weight Loss Program and talking about how it helps you lose weight by addressing the root of the problem and balancing hormones. I am happy to partner with GOLO.com again to share my contributor’s GOLO review and help you answer the question, “Does it work?” It […]