I know that you have been working hard to prepare for exams that you will no longer take. I know that you’ve committed yourself to months of rehearsals for a show that will no longer be seen, and that you’ve practiced for hours on a team that can no longer play the game. I am sorry for your feelings of loss and urge you not to give up on those goals, but instead, to view this season as an opportunity to continue to grow. You’ve been isolated from your friends, your teachers, your school. The comfort of your home has been tainted by the weight of heavy air, tense energy, short responses, and stern expressions. I am sorry that you are scared—for so many reasons. But, I want you to know—from this season, you will grow. Read More
Giveaway: Family Coaching with Lynda Harlos
We’re giving away 2 family coaching sessions with Lynda Harlos of 50 mins each to 2 lucky winners! enter for your chance to win by 5/15/20! Read More
5 Reasons to Geocache with Your Family
Our family is always on the lookout for fun, different activities, especially those that promote healthy living. We have found one in geocaching and here are the reasons why. Read More
Interview with Kim English, Teaching Kindness & Charity Through Pet Inspired Children’s Books
We were privileged to speak with Mom’s Choice Award-winning Author Kim Bonner, who wrote the children’s books Rolly and Mac & A Home For Kayla. Keep reading to learn more about Kim and how her love for pets inspired her to write these award-winning children’s books! Read More
Breaking off a Relationship with a Narcissist
If narcissists are toxic, then why is it so hard to leave them? There may be several reasons for this. Perhaps you’re afraid of being alone, are unsure how your spouse will react to the breakup, are hoping for them to change, or are being controlled in some way by your toxic partner. There is never a good reason to stay in a damaging relationship. That’s why we’re looking at 6 tips for breaking out of a narcissist relationship for good. Read More
How Financial Stability is Key for Our Children’s Development & Happiness
Everyone knows that having money is useful, and not having money is very hard. Duh! Yet do we (as parents) fully understand how money plays a part in our children’s lives beyond just being able to buy them toys? Financial stability sounds like a boring topic, yet we as parents should care DEEPLY about the end result; having a happy, healthy and well-adjusted child. However, we may not always equate money with these traits. If you are looking for a nudge to get your finances in order then this is it, because financial stability is a critical component in your child’s development! Read More
Protecting Your Family’s Personal Online Data
Your personal data is exactly that – personal. Yet everyday in the news there are reports of major companies breaching data regulations and selling information to others, without our expressed consent. Read More
Conquering Back to School Blues
The end of summer and beginning of another academic year can leave us parents feeling frazzled and stressed. I know I’m not alone in the feeling that we find our family schedules so full of “extras” that it can sometimes seem downright impossible to find the time to eat dinner together at the dining room table, let alone have meaningful conversations about our days. Read More
Why It’s Important to Talk to Your Children
It’s so important that we communicate to our children. We need to teach them, by role modeling for them, as best we can, how to honor their feelings, both high and low. Read More
Top Tips To Feed Your Family Healthy Meals On A Low Budget
Feeding your family healthy meals doesn’t have to be expensive. Yes, you can spend a fortune on organic ingredients and foods from upmarket health stores but it is also very possible to buy inexpensive ingredients from your supermarket or local shops to make healthy, hearty meals that will taste fantastic and feed ravenous families. Read More