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• Throw Your Fears to the Fire!

  

  Today, I’m sharing with you the story of Heather, a strong mom who beat the odds and faced her fears. She is such an inspiring woman, that all my worries and... Read more

  Posted on 16 January 2014 FAMILY, HOME

• Top 15 Single Mom Blogs of 2014

  

  I love surprises.  Make no doubt about it, this came as a pleasant one.  This Pepperrific blog is part of this list:I couldn’t be more grateful for this humble... Read more

  Posted on 14 January 2014 FAMILY, HOME

• The Joys of Adult Playtime

  The best days of my life were my childhood days.  Life was so simple then, stripped of the complications of technology and soap opera-inspired drama. Read more

  Posted on 14 January 2014 CREATIVITY, DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Fashionable Finds for Boys

  

  If you could see me now, I”m slapping myself on the forehead because of another memory lapse.  With barely a few winks before Christmas day, it just dawned on m... Read more

  Posted on 21 December 2013 FAMILY, HOME

• Children’s Book Campaign Reunites Son with Father After Seven Years

  

  Here’s a heartwarming story to bring out the holiday spirit in us all:StarBoy is a children’s book, written and illustrated by Ventura-based community... Read more

  Posted on 11 December 2013 FAMILY, HOME

• Sticky Icky Booger Bugs: A Review

  

  It’s been a while since I last read my daughter a bedtime story.  When she started telling me about her crush at school- and how she’d grin from ear to ear whil... Read more

  Posted on 10 December 2013 FAMILY, HOME

• Get Back to Nature in a Cabin

  

  Want to introduce the kids to nature for a few days without having to sleep in a tent?  Before you think of the cost and hassle of renting an RV consider anothe... Read more

  Posted on 25 November 2013 FAMILY, HOME

• Religion Bites

  About two weeks ago, I did something which I haven’t done in ages- I went to church.  I went through the motions like I always have. Read more

  Posted on 19 November 2013 FAMILY, HOME

• The Magic of Magic Words: Teaching Kids- and Grown Ups- To Say “Please” and...

  In my line of work, I have to deal with children every single day.  What I do is not for the faint of heart, that I can say with certainty. Read more

  Posted on 22 October 2013 FAMILY

• Please Pass the Tissues: Kids and the Common Cold

  

  The common cold is like a bad birthday gift that keeps on giving! And back-to-school time means colds are not far behind. But there are ways to prevent the... Read more

  Posted on 08 October 2013 FAMILY, HOME

• Working Hard Or Hardly Working?

  Guilty.  That’s what I am.  Yes, I’m guilty of once again daydreaming at work.For the longest time, I’ve had this job-dissatisfaction bug pester me.  It’s not... Read more

  Posted on 06 October 2013 FAMILY, HOME

• Three Tips to Prolong the Life of a Washing Machine

  Your washing machine is an expensive appliance that should last many years. Just how long it lasts, however, depends partly on how well you take care of it. Read more

  Posted on 02 October 2013 FAMILY, HOME

• How to Teach Your Kids the Value of Money

  Money doesn’t grow on trees.  That’s one fact which even most adults find hard to grasp.  Left and right, you’ll find people haphazardly spending their money... Read more

  Posted on 24 September 2013 FAMILY, HOME

• Blueberry Pancakes and Yoga

  

  Image courtesy of Ohmega1982/ FreeDigitalPhotos.netGetting up in the morning is, for some of us, a very daunting task.  If you often find yourself struggling... Read more

  Posted on 10 September 2013 FAMILY

• Bali High at the Hyatt

  

  Flossing has become a daily habit for me.  Last night though, has proven to be a somewhat challenging flossing stunt, as I had a bit more bits of food stuck... Read more

  Posted on 01 September 2013 FAMILY, HOME

• Making Home Improvement Challenges Easier

  When you do home improvements to your home, it takes time, makes a mess, and can be frustrating. However, it does not have to be so frustrating. With some... Read more

  Posted on 29 August 2013 FAMILY, HOME

• Top 4 Reasons to Eat Red Rice

  

  Centuries ago, torture meant being fed to the lions or being burned at the stake. These days, torture means slipping into a pair of skinny jeans after a night o... Read more

  Posted on 28 August 2013 FOOD & DRINK

• Doing the Research on New Kitchen Cabinets

  If you are looking into new kitchen cabinets in Sarasota, you will find there are many more options today than the last time you had some kitchen cabinets... Read more

  Posted on 27 August 2013 FAMILY, HOME

• Tips for Making Your Baby’s Room as Safe as Possible

  

  “Image courtesy of photostock / FreeDigitalPhotos.net”.Your baby is your top priority after it is born. You need to be willing to do anything and everything to... Read more

  Posted on 24 August 2013 FAMILY, HOME

• What to Look for in Furniture

  You recently married your beautiful fiancé, making her your new bride. After planning a wedding and preparing for it for so long, it feels good to be married.... Read more

  Posted on 21 August 2013 FAMILY, HOME