“Good parents give their children roots and wings.” –Jonas Salk The first time I heard this quote, it got me thinking. The two sound contradictory: roots and wings: one to tie us to the ground and the other to allow us to fly. Yet as I thought about it, I realized that, in fact, it clearly summed up the two […]
Does your lawn frustrate you because it has yellow spots or bare spots? If so, you may need to air it out. Unfortunately, many homeowners incorrectly attribute lawn problems to insects or a lack of water, as they are unaware of the damage compacted soil can cause to the lawn. Fortunately, you can help your lawn financially by breaking up […]
Okay, I can’t guarantee the promise of happiness, but a recent article titled “Science Says Parents of Successful Kids Have These 13 Things in Common” posted on Tech Insider lists housework as a factor that could lead to success. children as adults. Author Julie Lythcott-Haims (How to Raise an Adult) is cited as a compliment to housework because it teaches […]
There are endless different diets and weight loss methods that we can choose from these days. Some have been shown to work and others not. Some are natural, while others are very synthetic and should be avoided. One or the other of them may work better for us than others. However, low calorie or other restrictive diets can leave us […]
Potty training is one of the important milestones in a toddler’s life, and ours as well. It takes a long time for a child to be well trained and requires a lot of patience and creativity on our part to help them stay motivated to use the seat and stop getting wet. The ideal age to start training is 2 […]
The ancient Islamic religion of Babylon is the root of all religions, regardless of their modern characteristics. When systems have close relatives, such as descendants of the same lineage, the similarities are prominent. This is the case when one traces the meaning of the names given to a period like Ramadan. The name breaks down into ‘Ra-ma-d-an’, which means ‘mighty […]
High school is a time to make friends, get good grades, participate in activities, and prepare for the future. Unfortunately, due to budget cuts, some schools have chosen not to participate in high school sports, believing that the money would be better spent academically. I understand that academics come first, but sacrificing high school sports diminishes each child’s high school […]
When faced with the idea of potty training, many parents don’t know when or how to start. Thinking about starting to potty train your child can be an overwhelming experience. When, how and who are the usual questions. When should I start? How do I start? How do I complete the process? Who should participate and do it? When to […]
There are many destinations around the world where at least one visit must be made to experience the beauty, peace and joy it offers. Barbados has become one of the most visited vacation destinations for a variety of reasons in recent years. Surrounded by many beautiful beaches, dotted with tropical colors, dotted with picturesque fishing villages and dotted with palm […]
Your kids are too old to trick or treating, but still young enough to enjoy all the fun and excitement of Halloween. To do? Help them plan a party that will combine the best of Halloween: crazy costumes and lots of goodies. First, choose a date for the event. A school night is not the best option, so choose a […]
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