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Fun Home Décor Activities That You Do with Your Kids

Sunday, January 31, 2021

Hey! Thanks for stopping by! Let me guess why you are here because you want to spend some quality time with your kids while making it funny, quick, and easy activities. There might be snowing outside heavily, or it might be 100 degrees outside and Summer might be around the corner, and you would want to refrain your kids from using the computers or tablets. Well, we got your back! We have jotted down some of the most creative activities to get your and your kid's creative juices flowing.

Fun Home Décor Activities That You Do with Your Kids

Nevertheless, the activities mentioned down below will help you make some creative home décor art that you can use to make your home creative than ever. Ready to get started? Scroll through the article and enjoy the activities listed.

Struggling with Addiction: Learning to Love an Alcoholic

Wednesday, January 27, 2021

2020 we kept telling ourselves we were only going to focus on the positive. But stuff happened to a lot of people and not recognizing the trauma isn't good for the soul. I have said I always wanted to share my entire life even the bad parts with you, but I didn’t this past year because I didn’t want to bring anyone else worry or maybe I didn't think it was my place to tell. I went back and forth about sharing this because of how personal it is, but I decided to share it because if can help one person then it is worth it.

I'm sorry to distract from my normal positive posts, but I have always wanted to be real and help others. That's why I started this blog and I hope to continue doing that.

My mom has drank as long as I can remember. When I was growing up she would have a few glasses of Franzia white Zinfandel from those huge boxes that she kept in the fridge. I knew she liked to drink, but I didn’t know it was a problem. I remember her doing things when she was drunk (I didn’t know that’s what it was at the time) that were embarrassing. And even now something will happen and I'll randomly remember something that I must have blocked out.

When my daughter was a baby we stayed over at her house for a night because we wanted to wake up early and ride somewhere together. She lives over an hour and a half away from me one way. I remember her having “a night cap” which she said was "part of her routine" and the next day when we were talking about it, she clearly didn’t realize she had drank not just one, but four shots of rum.

Best Valentine Hot Chocolate Bomb Recipes

Tuesday, January 26, 2021

What are your plans this Valentine's Day? We are going to creative at home with some Hot Chocolate Bomb Recipes! They are so popular right now and they look fairly easy to try as well.

Best Valentine Hot Chocolate Bomb Recipes

Gather all of your essentials to make Hot Chocolate Bombs:

Silicone mold - chocolate baking chips - Cocoa Powder

And then check out these awesome Valentine Inspired Hot Chocolate Bomb Recipes to make your Valentine's Day at Home even more special!

How To Improve Personal Care For Your Family

The health and wellbeing of your family are some of the essential things in life. Ensuring yourself, your partner, children, and pets are healthy and happy will ultimately make your home a brighter place to be. Knowing your loved ones are well-cared for will improve your mood and make everyone content.

Although personal care and hygiene is something, we all know about, understanding the best ways to improve personal care for families will lead to healthier and happier individuals. It can prevent minor illnesses from occurring and fewer medical bills, which we all know are the most unfortunate occurrences. Here are the most effective ways to improve personal care in your household, from babies to pets and partners.

4 Activities For Bored Children

Saturday, January 23, 2021

It is easy for a child to get bored; too easy in fact. There are only so many activities you can encourage your child to do before you run out of ideas. Although most children are different in what they like to do for fun, there are a few activities all children will enjoy.

Being inside can cause a child to lose motivation to complete an activity. Constant movement and pace can help a child learn and maintain focus. Thus, fun activities will always help a bored child smile. If you are looking for activities for your bored children, then keep reading.

5 Ways to Help Your Kids Find Their Passion

Thursday, January 21, 2021

Being a kid is all about learning and playing, and their future career ideas are probably changing every day. As they discover new things they’ll develop new goals and interests, and eventually, you can help them find their passion in life. Children are also inspired by the people around them so it’s important that they’re surrounded by positive mentors and have all the support they need. Whether it’s developing a new skill, finding a hobby, or future career options, here are five ways to help your kids find their passion.

“You Are My Squishy” - Unique Non Candy Kids Valentine Idea

Wednesday, January 20, 2021

Valentine's Day is right around the corner. Looking for a non candy kids valentine idea? I have been trying to be a little creative each year with my kid's school valentines. This is a craft idea that you or your child can do because it is an easy printable! Squishies are all the rage in our house so I thought, why not create something that my children's whole class would enjoy! Plus I have made it into an easy, cute printable that you can enjoy with your loved ones too.

This was originally posted on 1/20/2019.

you are my squishy non candy kids valentine idea

I remember handing out valentines in school. You spent the day making a box to keep them in. There are so many creative boxes now. When I was in school it was just a shoebox and I think the most creative that I ever saw was someone made a mailbox. That's what I love about Pinterest because you can find so much inspiration. Last year, my daughter and I made her a unicorn valentine box.

Emergency Light Servicing & Testing Advice by Fire Safety Experts

If you wonder about the importance of emergency light testing, then here's your answer. The United Kingdom Fire Safety Legislation stipulates that all emergency lighting must undergo a complete testing phase once a year. Moreover, it must receive a 'flick-test' once a month, at least.

The primary purpose behind emergency lighting is to illuminate the escape routes in case of an emergency. Moreover, it can also allow occupants of a building caught in a fire to find the fire-fighting equipment.

5 Creative Ways to Save Money Each Month

Monday, January 18, 2021

Whether you are struggling to pay all your bills, want more money for life’s little luxuries, or are determined to set up a rainy day fund, it is always a good idea to look for new ways to save money each month.

5 Creative Ways to Save Money Each Month

Fortunately, if you have already tried all the usual suspects such as switching energy suppliers, canceling your gym membership, and creating a meal plan, you will be pleased to hear that there are other, more creative ways to cut back.

What’s more, there are so many great reasons to do this. From needing to send money to Peru to your family, to wanting to save for a big purchase like a car, it’s great if you can save some money to help you with these aims. And there are lots of ways to do that.

From changing the hours you socialize to getting your hair cuts for free, to switching from smoking to vaping, keep reading to discover five creative ways that you can save money each and every month that actually works.

You will be surprised at how quickly all the small savings add up!

Happy Valentine's Day from Nat Geo Kids Books

I am so excited to share some wonderful titles from National Geographic Kids just in time for Valentine's Day! I don't know about you, but between the kids having to go back to virtual learning, staying home more due to high COVID numbers, and the cold weather, we have been looking for indoor stuff to do. Check out these awesome titles then enter to win a set of your own!

Making The Transition From Parent To Teacher in 5 Steps

Friday, January 15, 2021

Homeschooling is an excellent option for parents who want more control over what they teach their children. Also, it’s healthier for the kids as they get to learn in a less formal environment with more one-to-one instruction. Still, not every mom or dad is cut out for the role. To be successful, you need to be an effective teacher.

Making the transition isn’t a walk in the park, not if you don’t have any teaching experience. However, you have to catch on quickly, or else you run the risk of putting your children’s education in jeopardy, and that’s the opposite of what you want.

Making The Transition From Parent to Teacher in 5 Steps

The issue is, it’s not as if you can take a one-day, intensive course. You need to learn over time, which makes the process more challenging. There will always be mistakes and small errors. The trick is to eliminate the big ones so that you do less damage along the way.

Although it sounds straightforward, it’s very tough in the beginning as your new responsibility is intimidating. But, you needn’t worry too much since there are hacks that will allow you to make a smoother transition. Please continue reading to find out what they are and how you can leverage them as a homeschooling parent.

How to Help Relieve Indigestion Naturally

Monday, January 11, 2021

I received this product for free from Moms Meet to use and post my honest opinions. Compensation for this post was provided and this page may contain affiliate links.

Have you made any goals this year? One of the most common resolutions is to change our diets, but sometimes our body reacts to these changes. So what do you do when you have indigestion to worry about?

How to Help Your Digestive Track Naturally

Eight out of 10 Americans are managing digestive issues. Surprisingly, the highest incidence of self-reported acid indigestion is people between ages 25 and 44. Once considered an issue of older adults, acid indigestion is more prevalent among young people due to their 24/7 lifestyles, stress, eating on the go, and changing diets.

Helping Children Make Sense of a Tragedy

Thursday, January 7, 2021

**This was originally published after the Boston Marathon Bombing, but I feel it is relavent to share again.***

Tragedies can be quite a challenge for adults, let alone children.

Children process these things differently. They may be asking difficult questions and parents may need suggestions to help discuss what happened and address their concerns.

Fred Rogers from the long-running TV show, Mr. Rogers was quoted as saying, “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’” That is good advice from the wise Mrs. Rogers, but what if your children have questions and need more?

Below are some helpful tips from Child Psychologist Dr. Phyllis Ohr, for Press4Kids’ News-O-Matic, the first educational, news app for children 7 to 10 years old. Dr. Ohr is also the Director of the Child and Parent Psychological Services Clinic at Hofstra and the Assistant Director of the Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program.

Here are some tips from Dr. Ohr for how parents can address news issues with children and what children can do to feel better:

How to Help Your Child Adapt to Homeschooling

If you have recently switched from schooling to homeschooling, the transition can be slow and difficult for your child and you, mostly when it was sudden. Although homeschooling has many benefits, such as a safer environment for your children and you get to spend more time with them, some children may take time to adapt to the new arrangement. How can you make the transition easier?

The Biggest Trends In Women's Fashion In 2021

Let’s face it: Most women LOVE to shop. There’s nothing more exciting than experimenting with the latest trends and putting together a new and electric outfit. Thus, to get ready for the coming season let’s take a look at the online ladies fashion trends which are set to run riot in 2021...

Inspiration To Start Your Bedroom Redecoration

At the start of a new year, many of us think about new beginnings. And one way to achieve that in our homes is to give our interiors a refresh. You may be thinking of making a new start in your bedroom, giving it a total refurb to create a brand-new space. However, if you’re not feeling as energized as normal, then it can be hard to find the inspiration.

Here’s a few quick tips to help you along.

Cheesy Chicken & Rice Casserole {Easy Freezer Meal}

Wednesday, January 6, 2021

This was originally published on 5/10/13. This super easy, super cheesy chicken and rice casserole with veggies is everything that will make family dinner all you wanted and more. If you do freeze, make sure you thaw out before cooking. And add cheese later.

Cheesy Chicken & Rice Casserole {Easy Freezer Meal}

My sister-in-law had her baby on Friday and I have been trying to be a good Aunt and helping her where she needs it. My favorite things for people to come over and help with in those first few weeks were household chores and bringing food, especially since I was nursing. I understand that asking for help can be hard and sometimes people don't want to do your laundry or vacuum for you (even though that's what you need), so I suggest if they want to bring me food then they can. This is also a great meal if you want to prepare a bunch of food ahead of time for some reason.

How To Deal With A Difficult Puppy

Pets are a beautiful addition to the family from time to time, but they do require work and investment to help them become the best they can possibly be. Of course, just like people, all pets have their own personality, and this can mean that some are more difficult than others.

In this post, we are going to describe the problems you may have with a small puppy, because it’s unlikely that you can train a lizard or a hamster (or maybe even a cat) to be more empathetic and well-behaved, and animal behavioral specialists are of course the first port of call when dealing with any other classification of pet.

Also, it’s important to note what we mean by 'difficult'. A puppy doesn’t have to be aggressive or unsuitable for children to be 'difficult'. Perhaps it’s just taking them longer than most to learn toilet training, maybe they’re just untrained, or maybe they have a tendency to howl or bark when they want you instead of peaceably finding you.

How can these issues be resolved? Let’s consider:

Oral Hygiene Is Vital For Health And Vanity

Monday, January 4, 2021

For almost everyone, the time when the alarm goes off and it's time to wake up early to go to work or school is often one of the most unpleasant moments of the day. Given this situation, we can fall into the failure of delaying the alarm clock and taking advantage of a few more minutes in bed, which translates into less time to carry out the morning routine, in which in the end the oral cleaning is the main forgotten. You should make it a priority to first look at Family Dentistry. This way you can get the advice that you need and the care your whole family deserves.

Oral Hygiene Is Vital For Health And Vanity

The expression 'I don't have time' is often used, but the problem is that he does not know the importance of not only brushing his teeth before going to sleep. Brushing our teeth in the morning and using the floss and mouthwash, will not only eliminate the bad taste and odor from the mouth with which we can wake up, it will also make us start the day with a bright, bacteria-free smile. There are no excuses when it comes to an issue of vital importance to our health such as our mouth, since it is one of the parts of our body that requires more hygiene care.

When it comes to the aesthetics of our teeth, you can get Invisalign to achieve perfectly aligned teeth without the need for traditional metal braces. Invisalign is a clear, removable aligner that is custom-made for your teeth and gradually moves them into the desired position. It offers a discreet and convenient solution to straighten your teeth with Invisalign without impacting your daily routine.

While Invisalign cost may vary depending on factors such as the complexity of the case and the duration of treatment, it is generally considered an investment in both your oral health and self-confidence. Many dental insurance plans provide partial coverage for Invisalign, and flexible pricing for invisalign are often available to make the treatment more accessible.