Discussing end-of-life is taboo in most families. It’s an inevitable part of life, but talking about it can imply you’re attracting the thing you want to avoid. However, you must convince everyone to cooperate as this talk can help your loved one live their remaining days without worrying about what could happen after they’re gone….
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I’m in Singapore so I’m Taking Two Weeks Off!
I’ll be in Singapore for the next two weeks so I won’t be posting here on my blog for a bit. I’ll be posting again starting August 14th. If you want to see what I’m up to, follow me on Instagram where I’ll be posting pics of the Supertree Grove featured in Food for the…
Pratt Accepted Students Day 2023
We drove up really early on a Saturday to make it to the 8 am start time at Pratt for Accepted Students Day. My husband is the hero for driving us at 5 am in the morning from Boston to Brooklyn. My son realized during the session that the major he signed up for, Art…
5 Techniques to Foster Effective Communication During Challenging Discussions With Your Kids
Parenting is a journey filled with heartwarming and happy moments, but there are also times when there are challenging conversations. Those discussions that touch on sensitive topics or complex issues require a unique approach to ensure open lines of communication and understanding. Consider the following techniques to help you properly have difficult conversations with your…
Renovations for Modern Parents: Enhancing Your Home with Family in Mind
There will come a time when you need to renovate your home, whether for a new member of your growing family or when ordinary day-to-day tasks become challenging. Renovation is a way to enhance your home for everyone in the family. Here are seven tips for any parent looking to improve their home with their…
Our Abalone Farm Tour on the Big Island
Our trip to visit an oyster farm in Duxbury, MA turned into Food for the Future. Not all my kids were able to attend that experience so when we were on the Big Island of Hawaii, I made sure to visit the abalone farm tour there. It wasn’t the same experience as we did take…
Protecting Your Loved Ones: What Parents Should Know About Life Insurance
When the family’s primary breadwinner passes away due to an unfortunate accident or an illness, the financial repercussions on the dependents can be overwhelming. Circumstances like this make insurance a necessity. The beneficiaries can use the death benefit to pay for living expenses. If you’re considering getting insurance to build a financial safety net, here…