Living in Arizona has its pros and cons, as does any place. When I moved away from Arizona after college, I swore I’d never move back. Thirteen years of life in the desert was enough for me. I wanted cooler weather and a new adventure. But nearly two decades after I departed, I moved back. […]
LIFE JOURNEYS
Why and How to Host a Vision Board Party
January 5, 2022 59 Comments
Making a vision board sounds like a good idea. But it sounds like a lot of work, too. Am I right? Don’t put it off any longer! To draw more of what you want into your life and ensure your vision board gets made, host a vision board party. As someone who has attended and […]
Should Your Teen Do a Gap Year After High School?
January 27, 2021 25 Comments
Don’t you wish sometimes that you could have time off to clear your head and explore the world? Luckily for today’s teens, they can take a gap year after high school before entering college or pursuing a career. The popularity of gap years has spread across the Atlantic and is increasingly becoming an option for […]
Tips to Make Your Tween Daughter Less Sassy & More Sweet
November 18, 2020 15 Comments
I felt like I had lost my tween daughter. My sweet girl had become much sassier and more argumentative. She didn’t laugh as much or want to play with her little brother. Now? Things are getting better. So much better, in fact, that I have been reflecting on what helped get her back to her […]
Teach Kids the Meaning of Remembrance and Veterans Day Through Travel and at Home
November 10, 2020 9 Comments
On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, hostilities ceased on the Western Front when Germany signed an armistice agreement with the Allied Forces. Thus, ended the Great War. Many believed this was “the war to end all wars.” Armistice Day commemorated the date. Following World War II, the […]
What Not to Say to Other People, Even if You Mean Well
July 7, 2020 45 Comments
We’ve all done it…unintentionally offended someone with our seemingly innocent question or comment. Over the years, I have discovered many things NOT to say. As a very curious and fairly awkward person, I have learned many of these lessons the hard way. It’s not that I’m a jerk; I just didn’t know any better. Wouldn’t […]
Are You Ready to Turn Your Hobby into a Business?
April 13, 2020 49 Comments
So you want to turn your hobby into a business. Maybe you’ve lost your job, you’re seeking a side hustle to supplement your income, or you want to dump your day job in favor of something more fulfilling. You might be ready to take the leap from doing your hobby for fun, to earning some […]
Songs about Colors – A Musical Rainbow of Inspiration
April 8, 2020 21 Comments
These eight songs about colors will inspire adults and kids alike. More than merely a collection of melodies that mention a particular color, this list includes songs that are meaningful and uplifting. I hope these colorful songs will bring you some joy, particularly when trying to make sense of chaotic times or when you need […]
Why Give the Gift of Language with Rosetta Stone
December 2, 2019 28 Comments
A new language opens a world of possibilities. Learning a foreign language makes a wonderful gift to give for the holidays, a birthday, a wedding, or any special occasion. Giving the gift of language is also easy with Rosetta Stone’s customizable e-cards. Plus, I know from personal experience that their subscription-based online language learning program […]
8 Best Business Books for Women
April 27, 2017 35 Comments
You’ve got great business ideas. And you have the skills to implement them. But do you know where to start and how to get your ideas heard? It’s time to put your business plans into action. Or maybe it’s time to learn how to turn your hobby into a business and be your own boss. […]
World Vision ~ Give Great Gifts & Make the World a Better Place
November 25, 2016 68 Comments
This holiday season, give beautiful handcrafted gifts from World Vision that your loved ones can unwrap and enjoy. At the same time, feel good knowing that your presents are helping to make the world a better place. How? Simply choose from World Vision’s Handcrafted Gifts Catalog, and a donation will be made to help alleviate poverty […]
Which Animal Are You? A Fun Look at the Human Spirit
April 20, 2016 50 Comments
Trainers use laid-back companion dogs and docile goats to mellow wild cheetahs and skittish racehorses. My theory is that some people have the untamed spirit of the former, and others have the even-keeled souls of the latter. Partnering with someone who possesses the qualities opposite yours can be mutually beneficial. Which animal are you? Wild Cheetahs and Laid-Back […]
Watch “He Named Me Malala” with Your Kids
February 24, 2016 4 Comments
“There is a moment when you have to choose whether to be silent or to stand up.” – Malala Yousafzai Great changes are made when people are willing to speak out about injustices, even at the risk of grave personal danger. Martin Luther King, Jr. had the charisma and vision to propel the Civil Rights Movement […]
