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- The Proper Age To Begin Training Your Puppy - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2012 from TOMMIE L HOWARDThere are many reasons why dogs get trained. Trained dogs can be useful both as companions and to accomplish work. Dogs are usually very eager to please their masters. Their desire to please makes them ideal pets. This article can help make your dog training efforts easier for your dog and ...
Views: 1594(1 vote) - Baby Boomer Women and The Four Keys to Weight Loss - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from Sue StevensonAs a Baby Boomer woman I understand that over the years the demands of career, family, and daily life too often mean that our health and wellness, our time to take care of ourselves, can get lost in the shuffle. It is so easy to put off doing things for ourselves by saying, "I don't have time ...
Views: 1661 - Life Goes On - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.You get busy with life, there’s work, baseball games, soccer practice and not to mention all the housework that goes along with it. You live a life that is constantly on the go. You learn early on how to manage your time wisely. You might cook most of your meals for the upcoming week during ...
Views: 1898 - What's Next? How to Overcome Adversity and Recognize the Gift. - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2012 from Barbara AppelbaumImagine your life changing in the blink of an eye almost as if you’ve been sucker-punched with the wind knocked out of you. You find yourself feeling like you’re lying flat on your back staring at the ceiling as if the proverbial rug was pulled out from under you. Right now you are asking ...
Views: 2499 - ***Connecting the Awe and Inspiration of Flight to Healing Others - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2012 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.com“In my life, one thing always leads to another without a lot of planning. I just let life flow.” That’s how 26-year veteran US Airways commercial pilot, Susan Maule, explains her highly creative life. Currently a First Officer on transatlantic Airbus 330 flights to Europe and the Middle East, ...
Views: 3072 - ***Dad, I Don’t Understand, But I Thank You - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2012 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comAfter graduating PT school in 1978, I was hired as a staff Physical Therapist for St Charles Hospital on Long Island. St Charles has a wonderful rehab area where patients who have suffered physical assaults such as a stroke, debilitating rheumatoid arthritis, and traumatic brain injuries get ...
Views: 2313 - School Your Brain: How To Plan Your Own Brain Health Curriculum - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2012 from Cynthia GreenAs we move into the fall, our thoughts turn to getting back into the routine of the year. Remember when that routine included school? It still should. Why? Chances are getting schooled is just the kind of workout your brain can use. Numerous studies have shown that staying intellectually ...
Views: 2122 - Is "Should-ing" on Yourself Blocking Your View of a Beautiful Future? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2012 from Bobbi Palmer"If it were a snake, it would 'a bit ya!" That's what Ethel Mertz always said to her husband Fred (Lucy Ricardo's neighbors in I Love Lucy) when he'd wander around looking for his glasses – which were always on top of his (bald) head. Do you remember that? Well, this is what I could have said ...
Views: 2871 - Are You Attracting Cads and Pingers? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2012 from Bobbi PalmerLet me start today by telling you how magnificent you are. The fact that you are a woman over 40 and reading this tells me that you are all the more spectacular. Really, it does! One of the reasons finding love over 40 can be the most gratifying time of all is that you know your sphere of ...
Views: 2334(1 vote) - Is Resistance Holding You Back? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2012 from Anne BolenderThe more important a goal or an action is to you and the more important the goal or action is to your natural or essential self, the more resistance you will feel when you pursue that goal or action. Resistance is always with us. Like fear, love, joy, sorrow,..... resistance is a part of who ...
Views: 1758 - ***Finding Your Voice - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2012 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comCourage has many aspects, not just bravery in acute situations such as warfare or protecting others (or yourself) from harms way. Courage includes the ability to speak up and act in a way that honors your values and self-respect, even when you are afraid to do so. Courage often involves asking ...
Views: 2164 - Do All Men Make You Mad? The Bitter Woman - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2012 from Bobbi PalmerDo All Men Make You Mad? (FemiType #5: The Bitter Woman) In an effort to help you understand the man side of this midlife dating experience, I’ve introduced you to The Princess, The 18 Year Old, The Scaredy Cat and The Wow-Me Woman: all FemiTypes* that send good men running. Today I’m going ...
Views: 2468(3 votes) - 10 Things You Need to Get For the Baby - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2012 from Mariah EvansHaving a baby is certainly an exciting time for parents. Many parents event spend a lot when buying baby stuffs to make sure that they have everything they need for their babies. Among the important things that parents need to have are the Ameda Purely Yours Breast Pump and the Avent Isis IQ ...
Views: 1813 - Exercise Benefits for the Aging - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2012 from Tiffany StollIt has been known that exercise has plenty of health benefits – from weight loss, to boosting your energy, to arthritis. It improves your mood as well and promotes better sleep. Regular exercise and activity promotes bodily circulation and function thus keeping you healthy. Even when you start ...
Views: 1364 - Things To Know for Throwing a Baby Shower - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2012 from Melody ThomasOne of the most important days in a person's life is the day that their child is born. In most cases, they are going to want to share that special day with you by having a baby shower in advance. Even if they do not schedule a shower, it would be a good idea for somebody within their family or ...
Views: 1499(2 votes) - My Wish for All Boomer Women Is to Appreciate Who You Are - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2012 from Kim Kirmmse TothIsn't it grand being a woman? In all my decades of years I don't think I have ever wanted to be man. (Well, except when I am hiking or skiing) I think we are really special beings. I also believe we don't give ourselves enough credit when credit is due. And what do we say when someone ...
Views: 1599 - Types of Baby Stickers - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2012 from Dabney JoshuaEvery parent looks forward to capturing and storing their baby's developments. With today's technology it is easy to preserve those memorable moments as they occur instead of having them disappear. There are now digital cameras which make it easy to keep a record of your baby. With photos you ...
Views: 1320 - Importance of Baby Month Stickers - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2012 from Dabney JoshuaIt is the joy of every parent to see his or her baby growing. Those early months are some of the most precious moments in a baby's life but, unfortunately, it can be hard to keep them fresh in the mind. It is therefore expected that parents use photos to help remember the baby's developments. ...
Views: 1285 - Monthly Onesie Stickers -- Things to Consider - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2012 from Dabney JoshuaMonthly onesie stickers have become very popular, especially because they help in keeping track of baby's growth and development. They have made it easy for parents to keep track of their baby's growth. This makes it simpler to share those photos with family and friends; over the internet or ...
Views: 1537 - Month Stickers for Your Baby - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2012 from Dabney JoshuaBabies are precious, cute little things that bring much joy to parents, family and friends. The fact is that babies grow very fast and it can be hard to remember their development, especially without those lasting photos which help keep the memories fresh in mind. The best thing you can do to ...
Views: 1391 - Are You Waiting to Be Wowed? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2012 from Bobbi PalmerNewsflash: Women constantly push really good guys right out of their lives without even knowing it. We do it by behaving in ways that, until pointed out by someone else, are a complete mystery. Finally having this pointed out to me in my early 40s was a huge part of my transition from a ...
Views: 2727(5 votes) - Use Your Extraordinary Power To Make A Difference In Your World - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2012 from Susan ApollonHave you noticed that as you move through the lifespan, you do experience a transformation that is not only physical but, also, emotional and spiritual. For example, when you study women's development, you learn that the majority of women experience physiological changes as they move into their ...
Views: 1428 - How To Bathe A Baby For Happy Sleep - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2015 from Tina BrownBathing your baby with pleasant experiences - how? How to bathe a baby is a common deliberation that occurs earlier than the baby is given birth to. Bathing a infant can be hard at first. Putting their sensitive body in bathing position might be a dreadful. However, after you have been able ...
Views: 1428(1 vote) - Three Cheers for the Sandwich Generation - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2012 from Phyllis GoldbergJuly is Sandwich Generation Month, a chance to pay tribute to adult children who are juggling the demands of raising kids while taking care of aging parents. The number of Americans 65 and older is projected to increase from 40 million in 2010 to over 88 million by 2050, doubling the ranks of ...
Views: 2132 - Keep Your Baby Comfortable with Pampers Swaddlers Diapers Size 3 - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from Linda RayburnProviding the newborns with maximum comfort signifies hygienic living conditions. Pampers Swaddlers Diapers, Size 3 will help in keeping your child fresh throughout the day. Parents who have a busy life schedule hardly find any time in taking care of the requirements of their kids. This is ...
Views: 1563 - Your Fear of Rejection Is Getting You Rejected (FemiType #3: The Scaredy Cat) - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2012 from Bobbi PalmerWe all know that dating over 40 can be a bit of a jungle with challenges, surprises and pitfalls. I'm sure you've encountered your share of Pingers, Needy-men and Players as you meet single men. I get it, and you belong to a large, loving sisterhood. But it's not only us gals who have dating ...
Views: 3049(4 votes) - What To Expect During The First Year Of Your Baby - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2012 from Mariah EvansHaving a baby is not an easy task for mothers and fathers to be. If it is your fist time to have a baby, then you would definitely want to try everything that could make taking care of you little bundle of joy a lot easier. This is where different baby products would come in handy. You might ...
Views: 1617 - Baby clothes that make your little one a true fashionista - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2012 from Aliya SenGone are the days when baby clothing was just seen as cute and adorable. Today, it is about being stylish and extremely fashionable. More and more designers are tempted to dabble in designing clothes for babies. And why? Because babies are the new hottest things in town! Take Suri Cruise for ...
Views: 2366 - Are You Still 18 When It Comes to Dating and Relationships? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2012 from Bobbi PalmerDating like a grownup is the quickest path to finally enjoying mutually nurturing relationships with men who are full of respect, adoration and commitment. If you're going to date like a grownup, developing empathy for men is crucial. Just like all your relationships, when you have the ...
Views: 2404(5 votes) - Unique Baby Décor Adds to the Child’s Happiness - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2012 from Brayan RockBabies are just like blossoms that get nourished with care and jovial atmosphere around them. Now, this makes it essential for the parents to get their room and its surroundings designed after regular intervals for that cheerful attitude. Well, you should get the unique baby décor for their ...
Views: 1309(1 vote) - Are You a Princess? - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2012 from Bobbi PalmerIf you're going to be a successful dater (which means you have fun and meet good men), an essential tool is the ability to empathize with the men you meet. Empathy is not feeling sorry for someone. It's being able to put yourself in their shoes and understand their experience. I believe that ...
Views: 2830(4 votes) - Look for few of the best Baby Carriers - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2012 from Wilson RoyWe all love kids and infants but there are certain things about them or related to them we are not particularly sure of, like carrying a baby can become one of the most difficult job if you have to do that for a longer period of time, which can result in pain in your hand, shoulder and back. ...
Views: 1658 - What Dating Is Like for Men (Oh…ya think you know?) - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2012 from Bobbi PalmerLast week was Men’s Health week; and as another nod to the guys, I thought I'd help them by helping you better understand them. (Did you follow that?) In particular, I want to help you better understand the experience men have when they're trying to “date like a grownup.” If you've read my ...
Views: 2805(4 votes) - With Open Eyes and a Closed Heart - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Perfection, what is it really? Is it a designer dress or a designer bag or a face that is coated with a lot of designer make up? We can all have perfection if we had a pocket full of money that would be easy. Oprah’s phrase “if you have it, fix it” was totally taken out of context. It gives ...
Views: 2102(2 votes) - Children’s Swings – Adding Value to Life - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2012 from Jonathan BretSome of the best moments in life are brought out when you feel like you are defying gravity. It’s an amazing way to push yourself forward, pull yourself up and keep rocking forever – we’re talking of children’s swings, the perfect way for a child to start life and keep swinging in a world of ...
Views: 1663 - The Easiest Way To Get Rid of Migraines - Brainwave Entrainment - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2012 from Wanina PetlockSometime during the course your life, you will experience a migraine - a headache from hades. It will announce itself by removing pieces of your vision, zigzagging together what's left of the picture, making people look pretty scary without their noses. Or it could affect your speech, ...
Views: 3254 - Release Serotonin, The Happiness Hormone, With Brainwave Entrainment - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2012 from Wanina PetlockSerotonin is a monoamine neurotransmitter that is produced from an amino acid called tryptophan that is stored within the gastrointestinal track, platelets, and the central nervous system. Ninety percent of it is found in the gut regulating intestinal movements. It is associated with your moods, ...
Views: 5344 - Essentials that a new born’s mother must have! - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2012 from Nisha VarmaSome of the essential items that mothers of newborns should have are: Breast pumps: Breast pumps are mechanical devices that help lactating women extract milk from their breasts. There are two main type of breast pumps, manual operated and electric or battery operated. Unlike dairy milking ...
Views: 1427 - Check before you shop online for baby products - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2012 from Nisha VarmaHaving a baby is big responsibility. Most couples now plan in advance and take no chances when it comes to their new born baby products. Parents want only the best for their children and will not hesitate to spend to fulfill their child’s needs. The internet has revolutionized the way people ...
Views: 1800 - "Father Knows Best". A 50's Era Sitcom and Usually True. - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2012 from Rene' LeisterI was an 8-year-old television channel flipper. Remotes hadn't been invented yet, it was the 60's. My Dad is an avid sports fan and on the weekends he enjoyed watching games from his favorite chair on our only tv. The channel knob was just out of reach of his chair, so he gave me the job of ...
Views: 1918 - New Ideas for Things to Do This Weekend - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2012 from Bobbi PalmerWhen I was single I had a love/hate relationship with weekends. I loved having the extra time off work; I hated that I didn’t have a man to spend the time with. The truth is, though, that I didn’t need a man to have fun or accomplish something meaningful. In many cases, I just needed ME! I ...
Views: 2129(4 votes) - Avoid Dating Burnout by Thinking More Like a Man - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2012 from Bobbi PalmerThis week I spoke with my client, “Sue,” who recently entered the online dating world. Right off the bat she had scoped out a profile she really liked and emailed him. He seemed interested, attentive and pretty fabulous on paper. The next thing you know…she has a date! When they met in real ...
Views: 3207(5 votes) - How Baby Boomers Can Boost Joint Health - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from Thierry LerondLeading the front end of the baby boomer pack are those born in 1946, and trailing behind, are those whose year of birth were in 1964. According to national calculations, within 18 years, a total of 78 million baby boomers were born in the United States. A large group of these baby boomers are ...
Views: 1504 - You Don't Have to Be a 1-Percenter to Enjoy Retirement, Retired Nurse Discovers - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2012 from Susan KlopferRetirement planning means far more than addressing money issues, Jane C told me. The retired nurse expected to feel happy upon retirement, but found herself, instead, "just miserable nearly every day." Sitting at her kitchen table, drinking a cool ice tea, Jane told me her story. As a ...
Views: 1973(2 votes) - You Don't Have to Be a 1-Percenter to Enjoy Retirement, Retired Nurse Discovers - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2012 from Susan KlopferRetirement planning means far more than addressing money issues, Jane C told me. The retired nurse expected to feel happy upon retirement, but found herself, instead, "just miserable nearly every day." Sitting at her kitchen table, drinking a cool ice tea, Jane told me her story. As a ...
Views: 1973(2 votes) - Some Retirees Make Extra Money By Speaking, Selling Books, Reports at Back of the Room - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2012 from Susan KlopferARE YOU A retiree who is looking for something intriguing and fun to do, while making extra money? If your answer is yes, you are not alone. In fact, most older employees (65 percent) recently told researchers they would like to have some form of work in their retirement, according to a 2011 ...
Views: 2027(1 vote) - Top 3 Ways to Make Your Baby Shower Cards Memorable - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Saba SalimA baby shower is all about celebrating the miracle of motherhood and the new arrival in the family. And if this is the first baby shower for you, you can’t afford to have anything that’s beyond perfection. To make the baby shower memorable, choose to customize your invitation cards, since they ...
Views: 1205(1 vote) - Corsican Baby Cribs - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from Leonora HatfieldCorsican is one of the thousand brands that deliver comfortable and convenient Baby Furniture, which continuously competing in the market since then. For long 40 straight years of crating variously classic and elegance styled products, Corsican never failed in bringing the utmost beauty and ...
Views: 1774 - Child of Mine by Carter’s Jamestown Baby Crib - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from Leonora HatfieldCarter’s Inc. is one of the thousand competitors in the infant furniture market field. It is a well-established company that is reputable since 1865. Carters for long year of existence, continuously delivers a unique blend of contemporary infant furniture that undeniably outstands in any ...
Views: 3441 - Child of Mine by Carter’s Crib Baby Crib - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from Leonora HatfieldChild of Mine by Carter’s is one of the numerous editions made by Carter’s. It tenders the sleek sophisticated design as truly desired by most parents for their little one’s nursery. Carter’s Inc. is a well-known established company since 1865. For long years of delivering infant-products, ...
Views: 2218 - How to Find Exclusive Chinese Baby Gifts Ideas for Your First Baby - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from Chao LiSeeking gifts for your first baby? Wanna celebrate new parents’ experiences in a special way? Are you excited about being a new dad or new mom? If yes then we bring you to a totally different world baby gifts. Baby gifts offered by numerous online gifts shops are worth gifting on such ...
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