As parents, we want the best for our children, the best schools, nutrition, doctors, etc. with the ultimate goal of raising self-sufficient adults who lead compassionate and fulfilling lives. In an effort to help prepare them for adulthood and add to their childhood memory bank, it is important to expose them to different cultures, educate them, and help them learn to appreciate diversity. And what better way to help them alleviate any biases or prejudices they may contain than by immersing them in different cultures through travel?
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Getting Into Making (Or Altering) Your Own Clothes
Looking to pick up a hobby to make a little more practical or relaxing use of your time while you’re at home? Or maybe you’ve always had a love for fashion and especially loved putting your own spin on outfits and looks. If both are the case, then learning the ways to create or customize your own clothes can be a doubly-rewarding way to hit both needs. Here, we’re going to look at a few of the different methods, what sets them apart, and which of them might be best suited to your needs.
Read more3 Lessons In Self-Belief For Your Child
Self-belief is a skill that carries with us our entire lives. If you don’t have it, then it’s hard to do much of anything. That’s why much of therapy often comes from reinstating self-esteem and a sense of capability, as opposed to making the world seem like a super peaceful place, which it isn’t.
Read moreSeasoned Moms Will Not Skimp On This
As a seasoned mom, I’ve learned a thing or two in the past 17 years and with this being my 12th back-to-school year I finally know what I can skimp on and what items need to be top quality. I’d like to say I learned early on, but with all things in life, there was a trial and error period.
Read more27th Annual Rug Hooking Week to be Held August 16-19 at Sauder Village
Recognized as the largest rug hooking event in North America, Sauder Village is pulling out all the stops again this year for its annual Rug Hooking Week! A spectacular celebration of this traditional craft, the 2023 Rug Hooking Exhibit will run August 16-19. With amazing displays of hooked rugs, workshops, lectures, vendors, and many special exhibits, Rug Hooking Week is expected to draw thousands of savvy rug hookers to Sauder Village – Ohio’s largest living history destination.
Read moreTips for Picking the Right Sport for Your Kid
Signing your child up to play a sport can be a wonderful thing. They will have the opportunity to have fun, get physical activity, learn about teamwork, and even make new friends. But it can be difficult for a parent to decide which sport is best for them to play. Read on to learn tips for picking the right sport for your kid.
Read more5 Tips for Including Your Dog in Your Family Portrait
Your dog is more than a friend—it’s a part of your family, so consider including it in your family photos. But there are certain things you should do so that your pooch fits in well and your photographer gets some great shots. Here are five tips for including your dog in your family portrait.
Read moreHow to Plan a Truly Hassle-Free Party
One of the things about throwing an event is that you never really know what can happen. But you can make it easier with a hassle-free party that wows guests and makes your life easier.
Read moreDating after Divorce
Dating, simply hearing the word makes me cringe. The anxiety, body image issues, self-deprecating internal dialogue, and the endless list of unwritten rules associated with the word. And to think, those were all concerns I had back when I was 20 years old. It was tough enough dating back in 2000 when people still approached one another in public. When I had a 20-year-old’s body, energy, and brain, well, perhaps not the brain.
Read morePerfect Tactical Gifts for the Military Veteran in Your Life
You can honor military veterans in many ways. One of the best ways to show your gratitude is through gift-giving. You can find the right gift here in our list of the perfect tactical gifts for the military veteran in your life. From backpacks to survivor tools, you’ll find the ideal present for your beloved veteran!
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