Posted on December 17, 2014
We include our pets in our family portraits, make room for them on our beds, tell them our deepest secrets and miss work when they’re sick. And whether they paw, fly or swim their way into our hearts, pets are an important part of our lives. America is a nation of animal lovers. According to […]
Posted on December 12, 2014
My children whine about decorating the Christmas tree every year. They hang 3 ornaments and then lie down under the tree with the dogs claiming exhaustion. So one year my husband and I decorated the tree alone and they were very upset!! Turns out that the tradition matters a lot to them, despite the whining!!!! My very […]
Posted on December 11, 2014
Several years ago, holidays, a new job and kids and school just became too much for our family and the unthinkable happened. My husband and I skipped sending out holiday cards. The following year, my husband and I down-sized our Christmas gift list and instead upped our end of the year donations to our favorite […]
Posted on December 10, 2014
My father was a psychiatrist. He used to tell me that holidays were tough for his patients, especially those that had experienced a loss or were depressed. Ironically, holidays can exacerbate feelings of loneliness and isolation. Following are 10 tips from Mayo Health Clinic to help you cope with stress and depression during the holidays. Stress and […]
Posted on December 5, 2014
“Our legacy is not found in all the ‘stuff’ we’ve accumulated on our life’s journey. It’s written in the memories of those whose lives we’ve touched along the way.” – Justin Young A new couple from New York who had recently retired moved into our neighborhood. They have only been living here for a year, […]
Posted on December 4, 2014
“When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed.” – Maya Angelou Volunteering is a fun and easy way to explore your interests and passions. Doing volunteer work you find meaningful and interesting can be a relaxing, energizing escape from your day-to-day routine of work, school, or family commitments. Volunteering also provides you with […]
Posted on December 2, 2014
“There is no exercise better for the heart than reaching down and lifting people up.” – John Holmes Volunteering increases self-confidence. Volunteering can provide a healthy boost to your self-confidence, self-esteem, and life satisfaction. You are doing good for others and the community, which provides a natural sense of accomplishment. Your role as a volunteer […]
Posted on December 1, 2014
“You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you.” John Bunyan When we moved to this area, my husband volunteered for Habitat for Humanity. It turns out that he met a great group of people, got very involved in the community and even picked up some useful […]
Posted on November 27, 2014
This year take some time to introduce your child to the meaning of the season in other cultures such as Kwanzaa. By learning other culture’s traditions it gives your child a better understanding and respect for people’s differences. By learning from one another, rather than fearing or judging one another it will help them to […]
Posted on September 3, 2014
Hello there! Although I am talking about back to school this week, seat belts and car seats are important year round. One night when I was working in the ER as a resident on a particularly busy night, I asked a EMT how important seat belts are in preventing serious injuries during car accidents. He […]