Caring For Senior Parents When You Already Have Kids: 3 Main Tips

The strange circle of life means the parent-child relationship comes back around and reverses at some point. Your parents looked after and nurtured you as a child, but in their senior years, you do the same to them. It’s almost like you become their parent, which is concerning when you also have children of your own. 

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Creative Ways To Celebrate Your Parents’ Wedding Anniversary

Your parents’ wedding anniversary is more than just a date—it’s a celebration of love, commitment, and the foundation of your family. Honoring this milestone is a wonderful way to show your gratitude and remind them of the beautiful memories they’ve created together. If you’re looking for inspiration, here are some creative ways to celebrate your parents’ wedding anniversary and make the occasion unforgettable. 

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BEST Date Night in Toledo

When was the last time you experienced a deep belly laugh? I’m talking about one of those joyful, entirely immersed-in-the-moment, ugly faces, laughing. I’ll be honest, I haven’t experienced pure unadulterated fun like I had this past date night in a very very long time. I felt like a kid again, like I didn’t have a care in the world. It was therapeutic! You have to try it, your next date night has to be here! 

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Cutting Out Overthinking: Ways To Master The Art Of Enjoying Get-Togethers And Parties

In this life, we have to make sure that we do things that make us happy. Too many people live life for others and never really get to be content as much as they should. Life can be very complicated and difficult, even at the best of times, so you have to make the most of the time you have. It’s good to be positive and to take things with an optimistic view. If you feel as though something is going to give you some negative vibes, you should probably not follow through with it unless it holds a lot of significance. In this post, we are going to be specifically talking about parties and get-togethers, and how you can enjoy them without overthinking.

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9 Healthy Habits That Will Improve Your Overall Wellbeing

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s easy to find ourselves caught in the relentless cycle of deadlines, stress, and unhealthy habits. The answer to the question, “I wonder why am I always hungry and tired” rests in our daily routines and the choices we make. This article will explore nine healthy habits that can significantly improve your overall well-being, helping you break free from the shackles of exhaustion and constant hunger.

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Sweet Shalom Tea Room is OPEN in Toledo!

Pink floral china patterns adorn with gold trim, frilly tablecloths, doilies, pocket pies, shortbreads, & truffles, a light hum of classical music, gorgeous ladies draped in beautiful flowing sundresses relaxing, sans smartphones. That is the fantasy image that often comes to mind when one thinks of a tea party & Sweet Shalom Tea Room makes that a reality.

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Whether you are looking for a way to spend the afternoon with your Valentine (perfect mother/daughter or son date), are in dire need of a Mom’s Day Out with friends, or are looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift for Mom (May’s Menu is Up), Sweet Shalom Tea Room is where  ladies can linger a bit longer while enjoying the relaxing atmosphere, being waited on, and the comfort of warm tea and uplifting conversations.   

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Where to Grab Coffee in Toledo

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Cars are fueled by gasoline and motherhood is fueled by coffee! It’s our BFF when the baby kept us up all night, it’s our companion as we “mom Uber” the entire clan to afterschool activities, it’s our excuse to meet up with other moms, and it’s the slap in the face we need to stay awake on that much needed date night, yep…coffee might just be motherhood’s soul mate! Thankfully there are fueling stations located all over Toledo and the surrounding areas….. Read more