Live today as if it is your first, last, and greatest day of your life.
New year resolutions? A single word to look to for the entire year? How do you celebrate the new year? Often individuals see the new year as an opportunity for a fresh start, a way to welcome the prospect of personal growth and development. With this philosophy in mind let’s see if we can make a diligent effort to normalize a few behaviors and habits in 2023.
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What’s the best gift you can give this Christmas? Time. The best gift you can give is the gift of your time. Think about it, how much time do you spend at work, commuting, running errands, where are you spending a significant amount of your time? Chances are it’s not with your spouse/partner, children, parents, siblings, neighbors or friends. This Christmas give the best gift you can give, make epic memories by spending quality time with loved ones, and enjoying some of the best experiences Toledo has to offer! Including….
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Every parent knows that despite their small size, babies require lots of stuff. Infants have clothes, diapers, toys, and blankets—and those are just some of their items! Keeping everything in an established place makes finding what you need for your little one easier. Read on to get the best tips for organizing your baby’s closet.
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Adopting a new pet isn’t a decision to make on a whim; in fact, your family should have no doubts about it if you decide to go through with it. Although some unexpected things are bound to happen eventually, excessive excitement and enthusiasm from your entire family are telltale signs it’s worth a conversation. Whether you’re unsure or ecstatic about getting a dog, these important family discussions to have before adopting a puppy will help you determine whether it’s the right decision.
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When winter settles in, most people let their gardens rest until it passes into the spring. However, cold temperatures don’t always mean it’s time to call it quits for the season. There are a few strategies that allow at-home gardeners to continue maintaining a healthy garden without worry. If you’re willing to try your hand at it, consider a few of the best tips for maintaining a garden in the winter.
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Most rooms in the house have a natural, welcoming feel to them. The entryway, living room, and dining room can have this effect with little to no effort. However, the kitchen often doesn’t. This might be because this room is more about making food rather than entertaining guests, but there can be a whole lot more to it than that.
Regardless, it doesn’t have to be this way. You can make any kitchen feel much more inviting to your guests with the right design elements. These tips will help you achieve this for your very own kitchen.
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What’s the worst that can happen? It was the summer of 1995, I was 15 and we were on a family whitewater rafting adventure. It should be noted that at the time I was not the adventurous type. I preferred to play it safe. My goal was to sit in the back of the raft and give the illusion of me “grabbing the rapids”, as the guide so eloquently put it. That is until I somehow found myself in the front of the raft. Yep, that’s right, me, Miss play-it-safe who wanted nothing to do with this boat ride was suddenly seated front row of the rapids. Meanwhile, the rest of my family seemed cozy taking the side and rear seats of the raft. As the distance between the raft and land increased the sweat began to bead on my brows, my hands started to tingle, my heart was leaping outside my chest, and my best defense mechanism was to just play possum. I sat there oar in hand, dumbfounded, thinking, what’s the worst that could happen? And then I envisioned the worst. I could fall out of the raft. I could hit my head on a rock. I could break a bone, or you know, die! To say I wasn’t prepared for what happened next is an understatement.
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Did you hear the news? Disney Theatrical Productions and The American Theatre Guild announced that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney’s The Lion King will go on sale to the public on Friday, December 2 at 10 a.m.!!! Anyone else been eagerly awaited the return?
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Where do you stand when it comes to the Christmas tree, artificial or real? My father might have been the original Clark Griswold, some of my earliest and fondest memories are of getting all bundled up and heading out to the frosty majesty of the winter landscape in search of one of the most important Christmas symbols, the Christmas tree. I’m thankful to have the opportunity to continue the tradition with my children. Though I will admit it’s not all warm hugs, smiles, compliments, matchy outfits, and hot cocoa topped with whipped cream that all the Instagram posts make it out to be. It’s more like an adventure or welcomed parental challenge if you will, there’s some resistance, etiquette, and ultimately a compromise. Resistance? Who could resist such a magnificent family experience? Tweens and Teens.
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It is widely accepted that one of the best ways to encourage a child’s development is to ensure that they are physically active. Not only does physical activity help children maintain a healthy weight, but it also helps them develop strong muscles and bones and can improve their mood. In addition, physical activity can help children learn new skills and boost their self-esteem. So, what are some of the best ways to encourage your child to be physically active?
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Mom on the go in Holy Toledo 