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Travel :: Doing it Yourself Vs. Using a Tour Guide in Havana
Most of us don’t have the luxury of unlimited time to explore a city – to see the key sites and then spend a few leisurely weeks of wandering aimlessly and discovering the hidden places of a destination at our own pace. In most cities, the key sites are pretty darn obvious. You’ll definitely spot the Eiffel Tower when walking the streets of Paris, and while you actually have to look to find the few remaining sections of the Berlin Wall, it’s still pretty easy to find. In many cities you can spontaneously decide to take one of those “Hop On, Hop Off” bus tours that take you around the…
- Awareness, Creativity, Culture, Love, Parenting, Play, Relationships, Slideshow, Special Needs Parenting, Spotlight
One Mom’s One-Story-At-A-Time Mission
I’m on a mission to profoundly change the way the world views autism…one story at a time. ~ Jodi Murphy My adult son is on the autism spectrum and from the outside he looked just like any other little boy. But his brain is wired differently. He is autistic. The kids at school thought he was weird, so they teased and taunted him, and never invited him over to play. It’s his story, but sadly it’s a universal experience when you are autistic. And when 1 in 68 children are on the autism spectrum and 70% of them say that they are isolated and bullied in school,…
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Tips from “The Sleep Doctor” Dr. Breus to Help Children Sleep
When my daughter was little, I was very anxious about her getting her daily naps. I knew that if she didn’t get that time she would be over tired and thus cranky (who wouldn’t be?) and usually meant she would go to bed too early and wake up too early. Not a fun schedule to be on! But sometimes children don’t want to get on a sleep schedule which can make for a difficult time for already tired parents. Here are some tips from Clinical psychologist Dr. Michael Breus, one of the nation’s top sleep experts, who offers some advice to parents! Tips On Helping Children Sleep …
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Sleeping Beauty Available for the First Time on Diamond Edition Blu-ray!
Beauty Awakens for the First Time on Diamond Edition Blu-ray™, Digital HD and Disney Movies Anywhere October 7, 2014! All-New Magical Bonus Features Includes 3 Never Before Seen Deleted Scenes and more! Finally releasing from the Disney Vault, Disney’s ultimate princess fairytale classic “Sleeping Beauty” will be available for the first time on Diamond Edition Blu-ray, Digital HD and Disney Movies Anywhere on October 7, 2014. Experience all of the pageantry and power of this wondrous tale on Blu-ray – and for the first time on Digital HD – with incredible high definition picture, thrilling, soaring sound, and all-new Diamond Edition special features that make this a must-own…
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4 Travel Fundamentals for Fashion-Forward Moms
4 Travel Fundamentals for Fashion-Forward Moms With a closet full of clothes and nothing to wear, dressing yourself can seem like a daunting task. So how can you possibly be expected to plan and pack ahead for a family vacation? Easy. Pick a few stylish staples and simplify your travel wardrobe. Not only will you lighten the baggage load, but you’ll also maximize your relaxation time while keeping your look stylish and classy. Tunic Top Thanks to the varied lengths of tunics (anywhere from mid-thigh to knee) and fabrics, this wardrobe staple is a versatile travel companion. Lightweight tunics are ideal for packing because they don’t require much space…
- Awareness, Crafts, Creativity, Culture, Decor, DIY, Dwell, Garden, Laugh, Parenting, Plan, Play, Slideshow
Dwell :: Decorating Tips for some Halloween Fun
Every mid-September my daughter and I are itching to get our Halloween decorations up! We get very excited about this time of year and I am always on the look-out for some DIY ideas I can incorporate into our home and outdoor décor. We host our annual Halloween neighborhood party so I like to make sure it is fun for the kids and big kids alike. Here are some simple and fabulous Halloween décor ideas to try out! Can’t wait to make that eyeball wreath for our front door! Which craft do you think you’ll make? Enjoy. Invite a Witch to the Party: Why not? She is fun to…
