You don’t need a time machine to travel back in time. You really don’t. I know this because I did it a few days ago. While staying with my mom for the holidays, I happened to open a long-forgotten drawer in a chest in the room where I was sleeping. As I pulled it out,…
Category: Family
Giving that’s Twice as Nice
In terms of giving, it’s true that grand, elaborate gestures can take your breath away. But, sometimes a small act of kindness can too – especially when it connects you with people you love. When I was a child, my mother made pumpkin bread for what seemed like the entire neighborhood every holiday. I remember…
Beat Holiday Stress: Be Real With Yourself
The holidays can bring all kinds of joy. They can also be insanely busy, full of people, parties, extra calories, increased spending and extra pressure we put on ourselves to make everything “great” for everyone we love. Depending on how you handle stress and excitement, this can lead to anxiety, depression or a combination of…
Avoiding the Subject Doesn’t Make it Disappear
When was the last time you played hide and seek? Have you ever played with a small child? If so, you may recall that some little ones believe you can’t see them if they can’t see you… We’ve all grown out of that belief, but have we really grown out of the behavior? Many of us still “hide our eyes”…
Infographic: Top Three Benefits Pets Provide to Seniors
As the U.S. population ages, many of us are noticing shifts in the lives and lifestyles of our grandparents, parents, relatives and friends who are older Americans. This reality is part of a broad U.S. population shift that’s underway: According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of Americans aged 65 and older is forecast…
Enjoy Today, Mom
The past few weeks have been full of Mother’s Day gift ideas, cards and stories that celebrate Mom. As the clock ticks closer to Sunday, I’m sure cards, flowers, gifts and gatherings are flooding into homes across the country, thanks to a little thoughtful planning by loved ones. While working to collect some of Mom’s best advice from…
Go Solo Me! 