Something happens to people when tragedy strikes; some people break, others cower in fear, yet the majority of people who live through the tragedy are made stronger by it.
Such is the case for a large percentage of Americans in the aftermath of 9/11. During the collapse of the Twin Towers, we all felt as though our comfortable and safe world had … Read More
I used to be a daily practitioner of yoga and meditation a few years ago. Now that sleep deprivation and morning sickness have become part of my past, I am confident and ready to embrace this craft once more.
This time around, however, I am focused on making it part of my routine instead of simply passing it out as just another one-off form of exercise for when I have … Read More
Between all the sorority mixers, club meetings, games, and internships, it’s difficult for college kids to find time to study. But what’s a girl to do when the clock strikes midnight, and she hasn’t begun to study for her 9 a.m. exam the next day?
Enter: study drugs.
Many college-level and high school students have discovered a dangerous solution to better and more intense concentration, it’s ‘study drugs.’
When I started searching for educational apps to help me homeschool my now-tweens, I realized there are probably more apps out there than kids who are home-schooled.
There are more than a thousand applications related to learning and teaching, actually. However, not all of them are appropriate for homeschooling parents.
In a bid to make the life of other homeschooling parents easier, I’ve compiled a list of some of the … Read More
For a clean, relaxed, comfortable stay in a new modern hotel on Pensacola Beach, you definitely want to check out the Margaritaville Hotel (owned by Jimmy Buffet, who used to visit Pensacola Beach when he was a child). And yes, you gotta get their margarita recipe.… Read More
During my months of sickness, I learned that the best way for me to deal with my husband’s long absence and to get rid myself of daily pressures while raising two little children was to meditate every day.
What is ironic about meditation is it has only lately become seen in the West as a healing technique – but it’s been practiced for ages in the East.
In my quest … Read More
The Story of the World is our homeschool spine. Our writing, reading comprehension, vocabulary, and geography all center around the Story of the World. We do a lot of art projects and field trips relating to what we are learning in the Story of the World. I have compiled a list of the websites, additional reading materials, and projects that we have used to supplement our learning.
I ate them a TON when my husband and I were stationed in Texas, years past. I mean, what’s better for a day of football than a huge pile of nachos carnitas?
This is an excellent carnitas recipe for a crowd. It doesn’t require much prep, either, which means you see the game and spend more time with you friends.
Pork carnitas is a classic … Read More
Today, social media is just another part of being a member of society – so your kids need to participate! Especially if they are nearing the age of 13, like mine.
That said, as parents we want to keep our children safe while they are using social media.
I logged some time on the interwebs last week and found a few ways to keep them safe online – including a … Read More
The image that pops into our heads when we hear about charitable donations is that it involves giving money, food, books, and other material stuff. This image has been painted by most of the modern-day charity industry.
To me, the best kind of charity work involves giving – just not cash or material items. I prefer another type of charity – donating my time.
Don’t get me wrong, I … Read More
When we finished our basement a couple of years ago, we made one room an office and lined the walls with IKEA Billy bookshelves. This summer, when we decided we never really used the office and the space would be better as an art studio, we needed to do something with the books and some of the bookshelves to make room for the large craft tables we now wanted for … Read More
In 1984 I was twelve years old. I had a major crush on Ralph Macchio from the Karate Kid. I read in TeenBeat or Bop or one of those magazines that I used to spend my allowance on that Ralph Macchio loved Bruce Springsteen. So, I started saying that I loved Bruce Springsteen–because this way, when I met Ralph, and we fell in love, we would have something in common. … Read More
It is almost that time of the year again when all attention turns to October 31st – Halloween. For me, Halloween is one of the best days of the year. I have always enjoyed myself thoroughly every Halloween since I was 5 years old, I think.
I enjoy everything about the holiday: talking about carving pumpkins, attending a bonfire party, playing pranks, or any other thing that can rush … Read More
I do. Two overdoses in my circle, actually. One very close relative many years ago, and a friend who died less than 4 months ago.
Overdosing is a truly sad, meaningless way to go. It leaves families and friends feeling terribly guilty, asking themselves “what did I miss” and blaming themselves with, “I should have been there!”.
In my friends … Read More
This Thursday, I am giving my heartfelt thanks to my two long-life besties, Tammy Winscott (a well-known family attorney around here) and Charlese McDowell.
Due to my recent illness, I’ve had a tough time keeping things running here at home base during the past three months. But help was not far.
Despite having two busy families and intense careers, Tammy and Charlese both came to my rescue many times during … Read More
