April marks Stress Awareness Month, and if any population is aware of their stress, then it’s moms! Moms are the do-it-all members of the family for the most part, and the ones who take on more than they ought to. For multitasking moms, who juggle kids, jobs, extracurricular activities, husbands…
It’s no secret that the choices offered in most school cafeterias leave something to be desired, both nutritionally and taste-wise. And convenience “kid” lunches-you know, those pre-packaged cracker, cheese and meat slice combos you find in the refrigerated section at the store-aren’t a great alternative. They’re loaded with sodium, artificial…
The interest in alternative medicine is growing rapidly today. Among the huge number of healing methods available, Reiki has become very popular around the world, especially since science has verified the existence of the universal life energy that Reiki is based on. Reiki is a powerful holistic healing system; it…
A penny for your thoughts… and a dollar for your efforts. It’s the old allowance conundrum. We’re talking chore charts, compensation rates and more. For an allowance novice, it can feel like a real handful. The dilemma goes beyond what to give and what not to give to your children….
Between television, video games and all of the other daily distractions, some people often forget to read between the lines, or read at all, for that matter. When it comes to activities you do with your children, there is no substitute for reading. The American Association of Pediatrics maintains that…
When it comes to dating, high standards aren’t necessarily a bad thing. But when trivial “problems” and unreasonable expectations unravel what could’ve been a good relationship, then it’s time to step back and examine your criteria to see if you’re being too picky. First of all, if minor issues with…
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An old saying goes that when it comes to age, the hands don’t lie. You can guess a lot about a woman by looking at her hands; not just her age, but also what type of work she does and even the climate she lives in. That’s why it’s so…
Traveling with children can be enjoyable and fun with these family-friendly travel tips. No matter if you are traveling by plane, train or automobile you can have a pleasant experience if you prepare and plan ahead of time. Family-Friendly Travel by Plane Sometimes the best way to prepare for family…
Sometimes the pain and loneliness that results from a breakup is just too much to bear, and we find ourselves wanting to reunite with the cast-off partner. The motivation for wanting to do so can vary, but there are some times when a relationship should not be revisited (Rihanna and…
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Sweating is nature’s way of helping us stay cool, but it’s one of our body’s functions that is considered socially “uncool.” For centuries, people have been trying to overcome the unpleasant aspects of this very normal and necessary physical response. Women in particular take great pains to avoid public sweating….