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BOO! Halloween is right around the corner! Are you scared? I am, a little terrified actually. Why? Because Halloween usually means spending a bunch of money on a new costume and I know that as the kids get bigger, every … Read more
My son just started preschool, and I am not sure who is exhausted more after the first week – me or him. Our daily routine has completely changed and those lazy mornings watching him play as I sipped coffee and … Read more
Sometimes I wish my dog could talk to me…sometimes I am glad he can’t. When I realize he is ill, I always wonder how long he was sick before I noticed, and I wish there was a way he could … Read more
Are you totally sick of eggs?! The last few years there has been a major egg craze with the wild varieties introduced that have candy, toys, and other surprises inside. Where were these when I was a kid? Since Easter is coming up … Read more
Almost 75% of dogs and cats will become sick or injured in their lives and nearly 40% will become seriously sick or injured. – American Veterinary Medical Association 2012 If the family pet needed surgery tomorrow, could you cover medical … Read more
Flowers come in all kinds of shapes, sizes, and colors, and each holds a deep meaning. Which flower is best to express love? How about condolences? What about celebration? Sometimes it’s difficult to know exactly what flower you should opt … Read more
There was a period in my life when I had given up on enjoying a good night’s sleep thanks to back discomfort. Of course, not getting some sleep has its side effects, both physical and emotional. However, I was lucky … Read more
Are you finding yourself stuck? We are getting down to the wire, and most of us have those people we just don’t know what to buy. Instead of grabbing a prepackaged gift basket or those bargain slippers, why not consider … Read more
For Her As the Chinese Proverb goes, “Women hold up half the sky,” so you better be giving that special lady in your life something good. The ladies of the world are hard-working and definitely deserve a thoughtful gift. Please … Read more
If you are looking for a way to inspire the Christmas spirit or get in touch with Santa, this is the perfect place to do so. They offer emails, handwritten letters and even text messages from Santa! Recently, my 3 year … Read more
That time of year is back! If you haven’t been helping your kids write their list for Santa, now is the time to start brainstorming. Each year it seems the toys get bigger, better and smarter. Don’t wait until the … Read more
It’s that time of the year – holiday season!. While everyone enjoys the feasting, shopping, and parties, it can be difficult to keep up a regular workout routine during this time. Studies show that taking just a week or two … Read more
There’s no denying that studying for a college degree can be a very stressful experience, and for student nurses, especially those in accelerated nursing programs, the stress levels can often be significantly higher. As a student nurse, you’ll not only … Read more
If you aren’t sure where to start, consider some of these charities and organizations for ideas on how to help hurricane victims. Does it ever seem like our news cycle has the attention span of a toddler? While every day … Read more
That awesome ninja costume you saw at the mall. A football uniform he coordinated with his best friend. Or maybe a superhero super-costume? No matter which get-up your kids (finally) land on, we can all agree on one thing – … Read more
How is it here already?! Back to school is in full swing, and it is time to get shopping. I have to confess, as much as I dreaded being stuck in a classroom again, I did love to shop for … Read more