Looking for good movies that your teenagers can enjoy? So much of what Hollywood markets to teens is just plain garbage - shallow romances, gory thrillers, and crude high school comedies. Teens are on their way to being young adults, so why insult their intelligence? A quality film can spark meaningful discussions and provide some fun and relaxation. Even better, you can enjoy it right along with your teens without squirming uncomfortably in your seat the whole time. Here's a list of movies Continue Reading
How To Treat Anemia Naturally without Iron Pills
At 20 weeks pregnant with my 9th baby, I knew that something was wrong when just sweeping my kitchen floor left me breathless and tired. I also started to notice heart palpitations, chronic fatigue, insane cravings for ice and a nagging feeling of apathy. Since I usually start feeling better during the second trimester, a talk with my midwife was in order. She told me that most women start out with a sufficient store of iron going into pregnancy, but that number can drop when blood volume Continue Reading
30 of My Favorite Classic Hollywood Costume Movies
During the Golden Days of Hollywood, the movie business was a beehive of fashion activity, with seamstresses, designers and photographers working to feed the public's appetite for glamorous bugle-beaded gowns and jaw-dropping historical costumes. There's nothing that rivals it to this day! Studio budgets seemed virtually endless, and many of the gowns worn on screen made their way into shops around the country. Something as simple as unique cuff or a collar could cause a huge stir in the fashion Continue Reading
5 Things That Will Make Life Easier for a New Mother
If you're a new mother (or will be soon), catering to your baby's needs is probably the highest thing on your priority list. It's easy to get lost in the midst of diapering, feeding, bathing and cuddling, but don't forget that you're in for quite a ride, physically and emotionally! Having been a mother ten times over, I'd like to share my list of the top five needs that often get overlooked. Support Your place is with your newborn, but that can leave a lot of other things undone. So line up Continue Reading
Teaching Children to Appreciate the Great Outdoors
How can we teach children that they can be good stewards of the Earth? From the earliest age, they marvel at creation and as parents it's important to foster this wonder and curiosity. Here are some practical ways that you can help instill an appreciation of nature and the outdoors in your family. Sowing and Reaping Planting trees, flowers and vegetables is an ideal family activity that gets everyone together for a useful purpose. Children love to help pick out plant varieties and can help Continue Reading
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