I am the mother of two fabulous teenagers. Yes… they are fabulous! I love the energy they have and the people they are becoming. I even like the struggles that often present themselves. I feel like I learn from them every day.
I am also trying to teach them valuable lessons they can apply the rest of their lives. My son has fallen into friendships and conflict resolutions pretty naturally. That is not to say that he doesn’t have …
Relationships: How Teens Can Show Love on Valentine’s DayWe put so much emphasis on Valentine’s Day being the day of “love” and its focus is aimed mostly toward couples. Children can give cards and treats at school… but how can tweens and teens show love to those special to them?
I have two teenagers at home (14
Holiday Traditions: 5 Family Friendly Activities for Valentine’s Dayfamily fun • family fun-traditions
Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to create memorable fun activities for your family. We spend so much time working, as well as going from one activity or practice to another. It seems like so many things occupy our time, but it’s important to find time to reconnect with those …
Strengthening Relationships: 10 Ways to Say “I Love You”It’s that time of year again. Red and pink hearts are overflowing in stores and on television commercials. Love is in the air and Valentine’s Day… is right around the corner. Sure you can do all the regular things to show your loved one you care this year, or you
Valentine’s Day: 5 Inexpensive Date Night Ideasrelationships • me • relationships • lifestyle
Whether you have kids or not, adding creativity and spontaneity to your love life on a budget can be difficult…but there’s hope!
With five children, my husband and I often did nothing more than run out for a quick meal… and then return home. We found ourselves running out of
Decision Making: The Positive Side of Letting Go of Relationshipsrelationships • me • relationships • lifestyle
What causes relationships to fail? I have pondered this for many years and will probably think on it for many more. One day you’re having the best day of your life… with your dearest friend and a few hours later, things can fall apart to the point where you are
Relationships: New Computer Brings Family Togetherme • relationships • lifestyle • hobbies-me time
New Years is usually a time when we think about things we want to accomplish or achieve, primarily through resolutions…. My husband had wanted to get more tech savvy this last year but wasn’t sure how to do that. I thought I should buy him a computer for Christmas.
The Gathering of Friends Cookbook: Cooking Demonstration from Michelle Huxtablemy world • bettering communities • food • meal plan
I was recently invited with several bloggers in my community to attend a cooking demonstration at Thanksgiving Point’s Emporium in Lehi, Utah. In addition to their beautiful grounds, including fabulous flower gardens, they offer a variety of cooking classes… throughout the year and I was lucky enough to be
Grandpa’s BarnThere are magical places in the world…
the top of a mountain,
a deserted beach,
a street filled with Christmas lights,
and grandpa’s barn….
It is the definition of boy bliss.
It may not look like much from the outside. It stands alone with gray metal sides, a tin
How to Strengthen Sibling BondsBetween holidays, snow days, and sick days, my daughters are getting an awful lot of together time lately. Sometimes, quality bonding is enough to drive this Mama to the brink, but I actually find that the more time they spend together, the more they like …to spend time together.
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Ride a bike or walk to a close destination to which you would normally drive.
Date: Wed., May 30
Time: 2-3 p.m. ET
Book: Dad Rules by Treion Miller
