Fundamentals

This is the season for children, and if you have no children, you could always distribute gifts to the children in some orphanage or house for poor kids. Just looking at the happy looks in their faces will make your Christmas all the more special, and better for you.

The main thing you have to […]

Ahh, the tween years. Has it really been 12 years since the little bundle came home from the hospital? New parents think that if they can only make it through potty training and toddler separation anxiety, the rest will be a piece of cake. As a parent who has lived to tell the tale […]

Christmas is a time of year that we all enjoy. But, Christmas can also be a stressful time. There are so many things to do! Thank goodness, most stores will gift-wrap for you!
One little job that can be hectic is sending Christmas cards. If you are “organized” like me, you probably have your little […]

Kids love playing a part in the Christmas festivities and when you let them make their gifts it is also educational. They learn they can reach their goals through the process of creation, hard work and organization. Most importantly, through gift-making they obtain a strong moral foundation by sharing their love and caring for […]

What are you giving away this Christmas? If you are really looking to find a special gift for your beloved one, try choosing a present that makes a real difference. Many charitable organizations offer items for sale that not only put a smile on your loved one’s face but they also support a good […]

Whether you have been together 1 year or 15 years, the key ingredients to keeping a relationship healthy and happy remain the same… respect, trust, love and support, and without question, fun and romance! Having the ability to make each other laugh even during the most trying of circumstances shows that without a doubt […]

If you are a parent then you are likely to know that summertime can be a difficult time. Parents of children under the age of twelve are constantly dealing with children who are bored. There are only so many activities a child can do inside. That is why it is important for children to […]

The holidays are right around the corner and soon we will be thinking of gifts for our loved ones. Do you have a toddler on your shopping list? You will want to make sure the toys you buy are safe. Always check that you are buying toys that fit the age and skill level […]

My husband appreciates practical gifts. He’s much like his grandfather who would be giddy when we’d give him bungie cords. “You can never have too many bungie cords!”
That’s all fine and good for THEM. But, I certainly do not want anything practical for an anniversary gift. No blenders, no socks, no vacuum cleaners. He’d […]

Not all elderly people have family to celebrate Grandparents Day with them. In fact, many of our most celebrated older citizens live lonely lives in retirement or nursing homes. While we are always concerned with our own family members, the first Sunday after Labor Day that is designated as Grandparents Day is about more […]