Thinking about safety isn’t always fun. Here are a few “Halloween Tricks” you can use to make sure your kids have fun and stay safe this Halloween! Read More
Notes on the Seasons of Motherhood
What I’m learning, though, is that each of these seasons prepares me for the next. While I may not enjoy my doubting season, it gives me an impetus to explore what I believe about mothering, marriage, faith, and friendships. When I do this, I’m better able to solidify my convictions and move forward with purpose. Read More
12 Uplifting Quotes About True Friendship
What does it mean to be a true friend? What qualities do your very best friends have that attract you to them? We all likely have different answers to these questions. But for all of us, true friendship is something to be cherished. It’s something to take care of. Like all good things, it’s something we should occasionally take time to reflect on. After all, counting our blessings regularly makes … Read More
10 Powerful Ways to Improve Your Child’s Mental Abilities
Not all children are born equal. While some kids are born with natural knack for numbers and problems, others are naturally athletic and outgoing. Read More
These Teal Pumpkins Aren’t Just Pretty, They’re For a Great Cause
So how do you participate? You can simply paint a pumpkin teal and place it on your doorstep, indicating that you are offering non-food treats for trick-or-treaters. You can also print out a mini poster from FARE’s website to post outside of your door, similarly telling allergy families that they are safe to accept treats from your home. Read More
Ways to Keep Your Kids Active Over the Winter
Teaching your kids to stay active is an important part of instilling healthy habits in them. What can you do during the winter months when low temperatures and nasty weather keep them cooped up indoors? Read More
Hardships Are Stepping Stones To Better Things
Nobody likes hardship. Not only does it put a “kink” in our plans, but it hurts. As human beings, we want to shy away from pain. But hardships are a part of life that we must accept because they’ll never go away. Read More
Using Gratitude To Change Your Happiness Level
Want to find more gratitude? These three simple habits can change your life. You can raise your happiness “set point” today by taking these steps. Read More
How to Really Prevent Mosquito Bites
Yes, you should be worried about mosquitos transmitting Zika. And you should be just as worried about dengue fever, yellow fever, chikungunya, Japanese encephalitis, West Nile, and several other diseases. Read More
15 Inspirational Quotes to Get You Through Tough Weeks
We put together a list of some of our favorite inspirational quotes to help keep our spirits up. Considering a thought-provoking quotation can be a great way to inspire creativity or just put some pep in your step during an especially grueling week. Read More