Don’t forget about the mother when a new baby arrives! She has a hard job ahead and would appreciate all the support and thoughtfulness you can offer. If you're looking for some outside-the-box gift ideas for the Christmas season, today's post is full of inspiration! Do you have any unique gift ideas for new moms? What’s one of the most thoughtful gifts you received? Let me know in a comment below, or just share your favorite idea from my list. Eco Lips Eco Lips was Continue Reading
Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra and the Immigrant Priest Who Loved to Pray
By now, you already know I'm a fan of classic movies, and the stars of the old Silver Screen. Glamour, drama and humor were the usual fare, so when I first saw this clip of crooner Bing Crosby on a movie set saying "true peace must come from God...prayer, and especially the prayer of the Rosary, can lead us back to God," I was intrigued. What inspired this call for divine intervention from a pair of glamorous Hollywood stars? Turns out, it wasn't inspired by something - it was inspired by Continue Reading
My BIG List of Entertaining, Family-Friendly Movies for Teens
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
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
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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