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- Find Extra Money To Go On That Cruise - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2008 from Jo MarkWould you like to go on a cruise but just can’t afford it? Is you budget stretched to the limit? Well relax; things might not be quite as bad as you think. You probably have a lot more room in your budget than you know. If you are just making ends meet and living month to month, there may ...
Views: 1143 - Family Dynamics - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Deanne UrquhartDo you feel exhausted and in need of a holiday after a family get together? Are the first couple of days great and then it’s all down hill from there? Do you wonder why you even agreed to take part in the event in the first place? Spending time with family can be challenging mentally, ...
Views: 1311 - 6 Tips On Deciding What To Keep And What To Let Go - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Marilyn Bohn"We often keep items longer than we should for sentimental reasons", says Fugen Neziroglu, Ph.D. in Woman's Day magazine 6/05/07. Her surefire solutions in helping us to let go: Find the best tribute: Instead of holding onto every single memento—greeting cards, playbills and ticket stubs—chose ...
Views: 691 - Transformimg Maths From A Chore To A Challenge - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Alistair OwensA well proven fact states if you fire the imagination of children you also gain their attention – an essential ingredient towards efficient learning. A school in Nottingham in the UK has proven the point by adopting a central Harry Potter theme to lessons. Maths has adopted a series of ...
Views: 995 - Who Am I? The Question Of Violence - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Gina Stepp“In violence, we forget who we are,” said American novelist Mary McCarthy. If these words are true, we may be facing a generation of children who, despite the number of profile pages they may have on MySpace or Bebo, are increasingly missing a sense of identity. “Violent ...
Views: 1482 - Parents Must Push Their Kids - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Todd HicksAre you a parent who wants your children to become successful in life? If you are a kid, do you ever think your parents are mean and should back off? Whether you are a parent or a kid, I know how you feel. I have been pushed by my parents. As a result, I am better off today. When I was ...
Views: 1018 - Cleaning Your House Does Not Have To Be A Chore - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Nicole CalhounWhen I was growing up, my two sisters and I had to clean the house every Saturday morning. This had to be done before cartoons, playing outside and right after eating breakfast. We used to get up early to make sure we’d be finished in time for our favorite Saturday morning lineups of Bugs Bunny ...
Views: 1167 - Kitchen And Bathroom installations - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2008 from Nigel BeswickKitchens and Bathroom refurbishments are 2 of the most popular home improvement projects. Estate agents claim that these 2 improvements represent the greatest return on investment when its time to sell and move on. We, as proud homeowners spend a lot of time in our kitchens and bathrooms. ...
Views: 798 - Car Seat Safety For Infants And Children - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2008 from Marilyn BohnOne of the most important jobs you have as a parent is keeping your child safe when riding in a vehicle. Each year thousands of young children are killed or injured in car crashes. Proper use of car safety seats helps keep children safe. But with so many different car safety seats on the market ...
Views: 718 - When Relatives Move In - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2008 from Nicole CalhounEver now and then, people fall on hard times. And that’s okay. Unless we were born with a silver spoon in our mouth, we’ve all gone through it at some point in time. But what happens when you have a relative move in, who doesn’t want to move out? How do you prepare for this and could it have ...
Views: 9617(1 vote) - The Blended Family – Hopes, Fears, And Tasks - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2008 from Lauri Allison LaBadieHope springs eternal, and there’s nowhere that’s more true than a couple taking the leap of faith into a second marriage. To all those who dare to hope that their second marriage (or third, or fourth) will be better than the last, I say congratulations and good luck! It takes a lot of courage to ...
Views: 4110 - The Trail Of Living Debris - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2012 from Alvin ( AJ ) GentryWhen you run through that red light at the intersection or fail to stop at a stop sign you are doing two things. First, breaking a legal rule and secondly taking a big chance. You may get away with it and safely pass by, but someone somewhere saw you and that prompted them to do the same ...
Views: 1188 - Brain Injury And The Family - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Biancia TateMy name is Biancia Tate and I am the wife of a brain injury survivor. I am writing this article for those spouses who have recently been introduced into the world of traumatic brain injury . Traumatic brain injury births a unique kind of grief called ambigious loss which is grief without ...
Views: 1045 - Gas Prices--Isn't It Exciting To Burn Your Life Savings? - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Pablo TerrerosDo you remember just a handful of years ago when gas was around $1 per gallon? How terrible were those days! All the money left over in our bank account gave us no choice but to travel with our families, pursue new economic opportunities, and enjoy life in general. Times are better now, right? ...
Views: 757 - Money-Smart Kids: Wants vs. Needs - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2008 from Thomas Henske“Daddy, Daddy, Daddy. I need to have the Millennium Falcon Star Wars Space Ship. Please, please, please. I really need it.” Taken literally, someone new to the planet would understand my son’s “need” as potentially life threatening if he were to go another hour without this space ship. As ...
Views: 4794 - Make A difference With Wall Maps - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2008 from Map kidsIf you could teach your child about the world around in an interactive fun way rather than having to read the lessons one after the other, then you have actually made easy the task of learning. Children really do not enjoy sitting down in a place and studying for hours together. In fact, ...
Views: 679 - Grand Cultures: Strengthening Grandparent and Grandchild Ties - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2008 from Gina SteppA soft, comfortably-sized woman in a bib apron and oven mitts sets a batch of steaming cookies on a cooling rack: her grey hair is caught neatly in a generous bun, and she wears a pair of round, wire-rimmed glasses and a warm smile. It’s a scene that appears in countless children’s ...
Views: 1044 - The Joy (?!) Of Family Life - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Noelle NelsonYour house is a zoo – literally. It’s not just the dog, the cat, the three hamsters and the goldfish, heck, they’re downright neat compared to the human animals inhabiting your humble abode – three kids and a mate. You come home at night and all you see is mess, mess, mess. Everywhere clothes ...
Views: 1075 - Fund Raising The Creative Way - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from silvana carkEvery parent has experienced the dread that comes with their child announcing a school or sports team fund raiser. Parents find themselves helping their child hawk containers of high-caloric cookie dough…or skimpy rolls of wrapping paper…or calendars they'll never use…or magazine subscriptions ...
Views: 982 - Enjoying The Art Of Embroidering Using A Sewing Machine - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2008 from Korbin NewlynOne of the oldest hobbies that women have been enjoying for many generations is embroidering. In numerous different countries throughout the world, the art of embroidering is an integral part of their culture. Women assemble into a group and work together as a unit on some designs. Because they ...
Views: 756 - Professional Tips For Bringing Your New Baby Home To Your Pets - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2008 from brian spilnerAlmost everyone loves new babies. However, sometimes it can be difficult on the family dog when Junior is introduced into the world. The family pet has been considered the family child for so long, until the baby shows up. So, what you do, as a parent, that will help your dog adjust to having a ...
Views: 690 - Develop Joy, Peace And A Happy Home - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Todd HicksWould you rather be miserable or happy? Do you want your life to be filled with trouble or peace? Do you prefer to live in a divided home or happy home? You can become happier, build peace with others and make your home sweet by using many smart methods. We will first discuss how you can be ...
Views: 1344 - Car Seat Safety For Infants And Children - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2008 from Marilyn BohnOne of the most important jobs you have as a parent is keeping your child safe when riding in a vehicle. Each year thousands of young children are killed or injured in car crashes. Proper use of car safety seats helps keep children safe. But with so many different car safety seats on the market ...
Views: 698 - Alternatives For Investing For Your Child's Higher Education Costs - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2008 from gurpreet singhWith higher education tuition increasing at double digit year over year percentages an effective saving plan for your kid’s education is becoming much more important than it has been before. Most families will discover that their future higher education costs will be much more than they ...
Views: 636 - The Future World Leaders And Scientists Are In School Right Now. - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2008 from Alistair OwensThe world is a small place. Rapidly expanding and almost instantaneous transfer of information, we are reaching parts of the world that were, until a few years ago, impenetrable. Previously a dearth of knowledge led us to believe that such countries were different, alien and held disparate views ...
Views: 770 - Fed Up With eBay? - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Anil YadavFor many people, their first experience of working online involves selling products on eBay. This was how I got started back in 1998 and I know countless other people that have done the same. However, it is important to remember that eBay is not the 'be all and end all' - there is a much bigger ...
Views: 777 - Creating A Recipe Template - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Anil YadavThe Title First The title should be the first thing anyone should see in a recipe. This gives you a basic idea of what the product is. It can be something as simple as "Chili" to "Roasted Chicken with Peppers and Sun-dried Tomatoes." No matter what item you have, the title should accurately ...
Views: 796 - Decorate Your Child's Bedroom With Large Wall Maps - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Map kidsIf you have been thinking of decorating your child’s bedroom and have been playing around with ideas for some time now, here’s solution. The usual bedroom decoration ideas for children’s rooms would include cartoon characters or fairy tale paintings on the walls. Your kids must ...
Views: 1642 - Regional Cuisine – New England Clam Chowder - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Sonia SoodSea air, crisp apples, the brisk, spice of fallen leaves – there are few things that say autumn in New England like the scents that seem to buffet the senses from everywhere. Among those marvelous treats for the senses are popular dishes from appetizer to dessert that you just won’t find – or at ...
Views: 934 - How To Save The Most Valuable Things In Your Life - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2012 from Alvin ( AJ ) GentryDo you remember the very first few moments of your morning immediately after you awoke? I do. The reason I remember those moments is because I have trained my mind to pay attention to the details of life. I now notice the smiles on the faces, the sparkle of enthusiasm and hope in the eyes and ...
Views: 1842 - 'Traditional Family,' an Oxymoron? - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Robin KWhen 50 percent of marriages end in divorce, 75 percent of divorcees remarry, 65 percent of their marriages include children from another marriage and 60 percent of those marriages end in divorce, can there be anything traditional left about the "traditional family"? As my husband and I were ...
Views: 922 - Budget Renovations For Any Home - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Sarika PeriwalWant to give an instant makeover to the room? If you are worried about the costs, rest easy. There are many ways to change the whole look of the house without breaking bank. As long as you don’t try to buy exclusive or expensive antique pieces, you will certainly be able to manage to give ...
Views: 936 - What To Look For When Buying A Closet Organizer - - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from Tarsem SinghWhether it’s a New Year’s Resolution or spring cleaning, no cleaning spree would be complete without cleaning the closets. This time, don’t just rearrange the junk-find a permanent solution. Closet organizers provide a way to organize your possessions. When every item has a "home," it is much ...
Views: 986 - Babysitting/Nanny Jobs - Challenge for Family and Caregiver - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from Oswald EppersIt is a well-known social phenomenon that changing parental work patterns have transformed our all-family life over the past 30 years. One of the most dramatic changes is the increased rate of paid employment among mothers with children. According to published data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor ...
Views: 1018 - How To Maintain Your Bathroom - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from jitesh aroraIf you want to give a new look to your bathroom then it is a good idea to add some modern accessories and furniture. A bathroom is an important place in house as it reflects lifestyle of a family. If you are planning or renovating a new bathroom then you should choose proper hardware. The most ...
Views: 1728 - Rotating Seasonal Clothing - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Marilyn BohnSeasons are changing and it is time to think about putting away your summer or winter clothing—depending on where you live---and getting out the clothes that have been stored away. This is a good time to look at every article of clothing you have in your closet. Take out each one and ...
Views: 1535 - Shelf Life Of Food In Your Kitchen Pantry - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Marilyn BohnHave you been taught if a can of food is bulging then it is bad and that is all you know about the safety and quality of food on your shelf? If your milk in your fridge has passed the expiration date do you still drink it until it tastes bad? Do you know if the food on your shelves is still ...
Views: 1503 - Definition: Family and Relationships - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteParenting is the process of raising and educating a child from birth until adulthood. It has recently become a very popular topic due to the necessity of clarifying the process of upbringing a child at home by parents as the opposite to the formal education of a child at school. A ...
Views: 844 - Definition: Homemaker - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteHomemaker A homemaker is a person whose prime occupation is to care for their family and/or home. The term, homemaker, is originally an Americanism, and while it has entered mainstream English, it is not in common usage outside the United States. Finding a term to describe the modern man or ...
Views: 2206 - Definition: Women and Family - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteWomen and Family A gender role is defined as a set of perceived behavioral norms associated particularly with males or females, in a given social group or system. It can be a form of division of labour by gender. It is a focus of analysis in the social sciences and humanities. Gender is one ...
Views: 1388 - Definition: Work and Family - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteWork and Family Work-family conflict is “a form of interrole conflict in which the role pressures from the work and family domains are mutually incompatible in some respect. That is participation in the work (family) role is made more difficult by virtue of participation in the family ...
Views: 2598 - Definition: Happy Family - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteFamily Happiness Happiness is emotion in which one experiences feelings ranging from contentment and satisfaction to bliss and intense joy. This definition is, however, a synonymous one. A more clarified one is almost impossible to conceive due to the capacity by which a human can allocate the ...
Views: 7126 - Potential - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Rev. Nina RoePotential - Noun 1) the inherent ability or capacity for growth, development, or coming into being. 2) something possessing the capacity for growth and development. “He has so much potential”, his teacher expressed with deep concern. “He’s a really great kid and everyone loves him”, he ...
Views: 1382 - ATV And Dirt Bike Safety For Kids - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from natisha nelA dirt bike or an ATV (All Terrain Vehicle) is meant to ride off-road. It is in fact a lightweight motorcycle equipped with rugged tires and suspension; in other words it can be called a 2 or 4 wheel off road motorcycle. ATV’s and dirt bikes have been around since the 60s and are still ...
Views: 1542 - Emergency Supplies Everyone Needs Inside Their Vehicle - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Marilyn BohnThis winter I went to a neighboring city for the day. When I left home it was partly sunny and I thought a light sweater would be enough to wear for the day. At the last minute I did take my jacket. In two hours time the weather changed to blizzard conditions. It was snowing, blowing, and the ...
Views: 1208 - Traveling With Children With Disabilities - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Marilyn BohnI worked for The Department of Services for People with Disabilities for ten years. I was a caseworker for people who were low functioning. There are many types of disabilities, mental as well as physical limitations. This can be a challenge for the parent or guardian when traveling at any time ...
Views: 1111 - Book Review: Have a New Kid by Friday - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Family. Family is a group of individuals related by blood, marriage, or adoption. Dr. LeslieBeth Wish is the Official Guide to Family. Have a New Kid by Friday: How to Change Your Child's Attitude, Behavior and Character in 5 Days, ...
Views: 1447 - Book Review: The Proper Care and Feeding of Marriage - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Family. Family is a group of individuals related by blood, marriage, or adoption. Dr. LeslieBeth Wish is the Official Guide to Family. The Proper Care and Feeding of Marriage, by Laura Schlessinger, is a valuable resource for people ...
Views: 643 - Book Review: The Five Love Languages - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Family. Family is a group of individuals related by blood, marriage, or adoption. Dr. LeslieBeth Wish is the Official Guide to Family. The Five Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate, by Gary Chapman, is a ...
Views: 997 - Book Review: Stop Whining, Start Living - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Family. Family is a group of individuals related by blood, marriage, or adoption. Dr. LeslieBeth Wish is the Official Guide to Family. Stop Whining, Start Living, by Dr. Laura Schlessinger , is a valuable resource for people ...
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