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Exercise Can Relieve Stress

To have a strong body, you need to exercise. A regular weekly exercise routine will help you maintain a healthy weight and can also help deal with what ever stress you may be going through. An exercise routine of half an hour… Continue

Added by Marie on August 12, 2008 at 9:49pm — No Comments

Product Review - My Out of Control Teen

Product Name: My Out of Control Teen Rating: 8 To Purchase product, Click Here! Description: This is an online parent support group that is based around an in person program on how to deal with a teenager who is out of control and needs guidance to get back on the right track. Review: Sometimes teenagers can be a hand full. Mine were and I’m still dealing with some of that today e… Continue

Added by Marie on July 8, 2008 at 9:50am — No Comments

Desperate Cooking for Tight Budgets

Have you decided to cut corners anywhere you can in order to pay bills and save money? Do you need to feed your family this week with little or no money, or the ability to go grocery shopping? Don't panic! You might just have enough on hand to get through. Here's how: Grab paper and pen. Walk… Continue

Added by Marie on June 20, 2008 at 11:00am — No Comments

How to Think Positive

Last week, I had the honor of interviewing Aurelia Williams and awesome Life Coach for Celebrating Women's Day and we spoke about "How to think Positive". She shared some awesome steps any wom… Continue

Added by Marie on April 1, 2008 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Are Online Profits Taxable?

Many people wonder if they are required to report the profits they earn online. The short answer is "yes". If you do business online, whether it's selling on eBay, affiliate marketing, selling a service, or direct selling, it's taxable income. This is true even if you think you just have a hobby. Generally, any income you re… Continue

Added by Marie on February 22, 2008 at 8:30am — No Comments

Getting Out of Debt: How to Stay Motivated

Getting out of debt is a goal that many Americans would like to achieve. But, like many New Year's resolutions, this goal is often abandoned shortly after the goal is set. Why is that? One reason is that getting out of debt often takes a long time, so there are no immediate rewards for paying off debt. This leads to a lack of… Continue

Added by Marie on February 17, 2008 at 11:00am — No Comments

Top 10 Ways to Reconnect with Your Family

You hear the complaints everyday from different people about how busy their lives are with work and after school activities. They never have any family time together because everybody is just so B-U-S-Y. Rather than falling into the category of the “busy family who does not talk to each other,” simply take 30 minutes a day to re… Continue

Added by Marie on February 12, 2008 at 1:00pm — No Comments

Get Your Antioxidants - Eat a Salad

You’ve probably heard a lot about antioxidants in recent years. Don’t let this sudden interest fool you into thinking they’re just a fad or not important. Antioxidants are a vital part of staying young and healthy. Why?

First of all, we need to know what an antioxidant is. During normal body processes,

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Added by Marie on February 5, 2008 at 10:17am — No Comments

How to Have a Healthy Relationship

Relationships are like plants. They need to be nurtured with love, care and understanding. Those who take relationships for granted pay a heavy price for their casual approach. The best relationships are those that are built on respect, commitment and fulfillment, not to forget communication. In fact, good commun… Continue

Added by Marie on February 5, 2008 at 10:02am — No Comments

Consistency And Parenting

Consistency is of utmost importance whether you have just one baby or a car full. How do you do this?

Finding a set way that you care for your baby is a great thing for you and for her. The first week that she is home, you will probably have a hard time keeping her awake enough to eat, but that is to be expected. Keepi… Continue

Added by Marie on January 28, 2008 at 11:55pm — No Comments

Making Homemade Valentines Saves Money

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Candy, flowers and cards can be so expensive these days. Wouldn’t you rather make homemade valentines? If so, here is how making homemade valentines saves money.

If you have a computer, this is your first link to making homemade valentines cards. Using Photoshop or other card-ma… Continue

Added by Marie on January 28, 2008 at 11:45pm — No Comments

How to Live Stress-Free By Saying “No”

We all know the adage, “A mother’s work is never done.” In fact, this could become a modern-day mother’s theme song since we all have overbooked schedules and everybody wants something done yesterday.

We teach our children from a young age that it is impolite to say the word, “No,” which was a lesson we learned in childh… Continue

Added by Marie on January 23, 2008 at 9:52am — No Comments

Laughter as Therapy

Ask yourself is "laughter a good medicine"? It is still unclear as to the extent of laughter healing toward patient benefit, but researchers have not found any harmful side effects. Perhaps taking time for just a little chuckle each day will keep us laughing a little longer. A belly laugh could be as good for your heart as a work… Continue

Added by Marie on January 18, 2008 at 4:01pm — No Comments

7 Reasons To Exercise

Many us need to follow an exercise program, in order to remain healthy. Below, you'll find several good reasons why you should start exercising now.

1. Contributes to fat loss
It is well proven from scientific research all over the world that physical exercise contributes to weight loss. If you burn more… Continue

Added by Marie on January 18, 2008 at 3:55pm — No Comments

Tips for planning the perfect goody bag

If you are planning your next big party for your kid, don’t forget about the goody bags. Kids love parties because there is usually some type of gift-giving involved. As you get ready for your party, keep these tips handy for planning the perfect goody bag.

Age matters
If you will invite kids of a large age-ra… Continue

Added by Marie on January 12, 2008 at 8:36pm — No Comments

Are You Passing On Your Quirks To Your Kids?

Do you have personal quirks such as cracking your knuckles, or picking your teeth at the dinner table? If so, you may likely find your kids mimicking your behavior. Parental quirks are sometimes imprinted on kids. They want to be like you; and tend to follow your lead; sometimes to their detriment. Are you passing on your qu… Continue

Added by Marie on January 12, 2008 at 8:35pm — No Comments

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