For as long as we can remember, the holiday season has conjured up images of a large family sitting around a long dining room table together. We love seeing that army of children running around the tree. And it’s a highlight of the year to have all of our relatives enjoying a meal under one…
Read MoreDo you grow fresh herbs indoors? Starting an indoor herb garden is easier than you’d think. Growing your own herbs means you’ll always have a well-stocked arsenal of flavors to add to your cooking, even during cold seasons when fresh herbs wouldn’t normally be available. Also, the green leaves and earthy aromas will brighten up…
Read MoreEnd-of-life planning is an uncomfortable subject. No family wants to imagine the death of a loved one, and it can seem morbid to plan for your own death. However, a little bit of end-of-life planning can go a long way toward keeping a family together. When a family doesn’t plan how to distribute an inheritance,…
Read MoreThere’s nothing quite like the natural high of a successful negotiation. While bargaining for the best price is clearly a good practice for your wallet, it can also boost your confidence and self-esteem when you reach a deal that’s good for your provider and for you. However, it’s not always easy to know whether or…
Read MoreNo matter their age, nearly everyone wants to improve memory. Whether it’s something as simple as misplacing the car keys, or as significant as misremembering an important anniversary, the feeling of forgetting is universal to the human experience. However, memory loss is a particular concern for seniors. Approximately 40% of people aged 65 or older…
Read MoreIn this fast paced world, it is important to bridge the generational divide. Try these six intergenerational activities to become closer to your family.
Read MoreWhen you’re missing friends and family, pets can be a great source of companionship. If your circumstances allow, now could be a great time to adopt a pet.
Read MoreLet’s face it – as much as we all love to travel, long journeys require a lot of time, energy, and money. Traveling in the year 2020 also poses unique health risks that we all need to consider. Fortunately, there’s a healthier, budget-friendlier way to satisfy your wanderlust right in your own backyard. Becoming a…
Read MoreMany accidents and injuries that occur in the home are very preventable. Follow these simple home safety tips to make your home as safe as possible.
Read MoreWriting letters has, in a sense, become a lost art. Today, many schools no longer teach cursive handwriting and penmanship. And with the price of postage continuing to rise, and shorter attention spans, many people do not write letters by hand. You can make a difference in the lives of your loved ones by helping…
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