As your child moves through early grades and school, you may wonder not only whether it’s the right time to start music lessons, but what the benefits are for children learning music. As a long-time pianist, I can speak first hand to the benefits of music skills for life.…
5 Ways to Improve Self-ConfidenceThroughout the ups and downs of life, there are so many opportunities that present themselves that can either drain or improve your self-confidence. To help maintain a positive outlook in life, it's important to always be building on your self-confidence. From dealing with the inner critic in ourselves that tells…
Invisalign Giveaway: The Importance of a Confident SmileI spent the first years of my life with adult teeth wholly embarrassed to smile outright. I would cover my mouth when I got the urge. I never smiled in photos. And, I spent many nights crying to my parents about how desperately I wanted, no needed, braces. Middle…
Swimwear Giveaway: Win a Miraclesuit Slimming SwimsuitWhen it comes to summer, one can't help but think of beaches, boats, flip flops...and bathing suits. During these warm summer months, many people dread the thought of having to throw on a bathing suit. Many women think, "If only I could just lose a few extra pounds, I would…
Bullying: Jessie Funk’s Ivy Girl Academy Helps Teenage Girlsgiving back • moms making a difference
To talk to Jessie Funk now, you would never guess that she used to be an insecure teenage girl who was bullied a lot and who bullied others herself. She is now in her mid 20's, a confident singer, motivational speaker, author, nonprofit director, wife, and mother. But she hasn't…
