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Divorce can be a roller coaster of emotions that are not only challenging to process but can also cause making decisions seem difficult. Divorce isn’t for the faint of heart, but neither is staying in an unhappy marriage. If you are considering filing for divorce or know your marriage is heading in that direction, you…
All you wanted was a nice, relaxing family dinner after a long day. Instead, you get a tearful meltdown and a refusal to eat. Hours later, as you toss in turn in bed, you agonize over how you handled the situation. It’s a scenario to which many parents can relate. Kids will naturally go through…
Kids can do incredible things with the support of a loving parent or guardian. With today’s technology, our kids sometimes find hobbies that we might not enjoy or understand. Whether you like or dislike the same things, here is now to support your kid’s hobbies. Try Them Out Yourself Getting involved is one of the…
Discovering the meaning of your name can provide any person with a sense of identity. Beyond this, understanding where you come from and the history behind your family can offer anybody fascinating information. Whether you are seeking out the meaning of your last name for cultural reasons or simply out of curiosity, learning the different…
Being a parent is about many things, one of which is forming our children into people who will live abundant lives that help others and the planet. Even if being a good steward of the Earth is low on your family’s list of priorities, encouraging children to live sustainably is something parents should incorporate when…
It’s been on my bucket list for YEARS to visit Louisa May Alcott’s home, Orchard House, in Concord, Massachusetts (just twenty minutes from where I live). And yes, there is an apple orchard there. Once, it was quite extensive, but now it’s a small grove of (newish) apple trees. In front of the entrance was…
The aging population and the need for qualified caregivers are just two reasons why the senior care industry is a valid career option. While many people are considering going to college, there are so many ways to make a living and make a difference at the same time. A career in elder care can involve…