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- A Christmas Play Is One of Those Things - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Georgia LandarieChristmas is a wonderful time of year. We spend a lot of time with the hustle and bustle, and are counting down the minutes to the day that we forget the simple things that are what the time of year is about. But, behind the scenes, there are things in the works weeks and months before, people ...
Views: 696 - A Christmas Time Tradition - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Georgia LandarieWriting a letter to Santa is a Christmas tradition that children love. It is a great activity to get the family together and spend some quality time together. But getting a letter from Santa is something that is not as commonly done. Getting a letter from Santa will be something that will put ...
Views: 841 - A Comprehensive Approach to Will Writing - by Submitted on May 31, 2011 from Amy DyslexWriting a Will You can make your own will in your life because you don’t want the local or state courts to decide how much portion of your wealth goes to who. Writing a will is one of the best things you can do for ensuring a sound life of your loved ones after you are gone. Requirements for ...
Views: 2242 - A Concerned Parent’s Guide To Moving Your Family Overseas - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Karen FuscoThere are lots of issues to be considered when deciding to move your family overseas. It’s not as simple as discussing it with your spouse, packing up and getting on a plane! Moving to a new country is both exciting and challenging, and should not be undertaken lightly. Making the ...There ...
Views: 1752 - A Consistent Parenting Style - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Helen WilliamsI believe a parenting style that is consistent creates calm parents and well adjusted children, the perfect ingredients of a happy family. As a parent educator and family counselor with many years experience in observing behavioral problems, it is apparent to me that many parents who struggle ...
Views: 2845 - A Cosmetic Dentist Can Affordably Fix Your Smile - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2018 from muller lukacsUnlike other medical specialty professions, "cosmetic" is not really a medically sanctioned dental specialty (according to the American Dental Association). This is because the overall dentist must manage to perform exactly the same treatments which are utilized by cosmetic dentists. Well ...
Views: 623 - A Daughter in law-in-law becomes the Daughter - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2011 from Arun JayakaranThe day her son, John Peter, secured a well paid job, his mother Sarah set her mind on acquiring a daughter-in-law. “What’s the hurry? Let me stabilize in my job, Mummy,” John had said. “Nothing doing. I want a third member in the house, that’s that …”. Mr. and Mrs. Roberts have been ...
Views: 903 - A Dinner Cruise Around the San Francisco Bay - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Patricia TarasSan Francisco hold all kinds of feelings everything from the wild to romantic. I have been to San Francisco once. I am glad to tell you about things to do San Francisco. I was married in San Francisco, California and spent some honeymoon days there. I have always thought of San Francisco ...
Views: 592 - A Doorway Into the Future - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2014 from Dr Ana GarciaIt was a Wednesday morning. It was a glorious Autumn day. The sun was shinning and the sky was blue. It was a bit breezy but that Autumn sun, the kind of sun that warms you without burning you, was inviting me to go out. I heard very clearly the voice of Spirit prompting me to go to the beach ...
Views: 1586 - A Family Guide to Reframing Recession Fears to Conscious Consumerism - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from LaSara FirefoxEvery challenge is an opportunity. The recession is a perfect chance to create a shift in your family's values; a chance to move from want-based, status-based, and impulse spending, to sustainable consumer choices. Of course, the first step is to make that reframe in your own thought process. ...
Views: 1898 - A father to his daughter's nine life advice - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2010 from Ann Yang1.Bad for you, you do not mind this too much in your life, no one is obligated to be nice, but me and your mother. Nice to people, you have to cherish, Thanksgiving. 2.No one is irreplaceable, nothing is indispensable. Seen through this point in the future even if you lose the love of all ...
Views: 1507 - A Father's Love: The Heart of International Adoption - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from CHRISTINA SCHLACHTERAs I was sitting in the bare walled yet overflowing court room 7,000 miles away from my home in Colorado earlier this week, I was anxious with both the process of adoption in a foreign county and worried about the outcome. There were so many questions running through my mind. Would my son’s ...
Views: 1207 - A Father's Take On The Things That Matter Most - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from richard jonesEarlier this week, a female friend from Cincinnati called and asked me to write a blog encouraging more Black fathers to become involved in the lives of their children. I noted the manner in which she made her request and appreciated it very much because she was careful to balance constructive ...
Views: 812 - A Father’s NLP Reframe - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Joanne VermeulenReframes are an incredible anomaly. A positive one can lift you up when you are down, help you look at a situation from a different perspective, make you realize you do have potential when you thought you didn’t, or encourage you to do something you thought was not attainable. It changes your ...
Views: 1331 - A Favorite Memory - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2018 from Sherry JoinerI was painting from a picture of a lady on a swing on a warm Spring’s day. It was a blend of impressionism and realism, and I was overcome by the feeling of peace and tranquility as I painted it. It reminded me of all the times I lectured at the psyche ward and gave a meditation exercise. I ...
Views: 1117 - A fun place for your Costa Blanca holidays is Torrevieja - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Porsche KlingerTorrevieja is a seaside resort with some of the best beaches anywhere along the coast so book your COSTA BLANCA HOLIDAYS here for the best time of your life. This thriving metropolis was once a traditional Spanish fishing village but over the generations it has moved its economic base to the ...
Views: 1414 - A Garden of Gratitude - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Jo-Anne CutlerI love the warm summer days, even the humidity, when I can run outside instead of inside on the treadmill, get back out onto the golf course with friends, lounge by a pool and drive with the top down, feeding my inherent sun goddess that probably comes from being a Leo! As I bask in my ...
Views: 1996 - A Genuine Tribute to Women Everywhere on Their International Day - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2016 from Thabet Sava HassanAs the international day of women approaches, I began to contemplate about means to pay my genuine respect for, and eternal admiration toward, them. I was fortunate enough to be blessed with having a remarkable mother who spent her entire life up to her demise raising her children after the ...
Views: 1597 - A glance of Memories - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2011 from Pipe Lee SpraycheticThere are times that I thought it would be great if you're around. Be my shoulder during shitty times, someone who could tell me how stupid Iam whenever I do mistakes, laugh with my jokes or someone who would even pretend to listen to things I say just to keep me company. Someone who would wipe ...
Views: 464 - A Good Mother Loves Her Children Unconditionally, No Matter What. - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from Sam VakninBut what about narcissistic or psychopathic children, children suffering from conduct disorder, or oppositional defiant disorder)? Donovan, 16 years old, is incapable of loving and, therefore, has never loved you, his mother (or, for that matter, anyone else, himself included) in his entire ...
Views: 3100 - A Great Family Tradition - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2011 from Rammoon CarrasielToday, writing a Santa letter to the North Pole is a tradition in most homes. Every year children look forward to writing their Christmas wish lists and mailing them off to Santa in hopes that he will read it. Having Santa letters from Santa returned to children is a new and popular thing that ...
Views: 734 - A Great Routine For School-Aged Children - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin KurtHere's a question to ask yourself: Are parents who take their children to many after-school classes better parents than those who don't? Thought provoking, isn't it? With the amount of choices that exist today, parents feel pressured to send their children to music class, dance class, ...
Views: 4985 - A Great Vacation to Michigan - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Shelby CoiepassWhen planning a vacation to Michigan, there are a lot of things to consider before making your trip. Some questions might be: Where do we eat? What do we do? How do we get around? Maybe the most important question you can ask yourself before traveling is: Where do we stay? Lodging is a very ...
Views: 599 - A Great Way to Celebrate Christmas - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Rammoon CarrasielA Christmas play happens to be a traditional and enjoyable way of celebrating the wonderful holiday of Christmas that would be a wonderful and actually simple thing to organize and carry out. Start planning your Christmas play now and you will have plenty of time when it comes to Christmas to ...
Views: 763 - A Greener Walk to Your Front Door - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2009 from Roselind HejlWe recently built a contemporary farmhouse style home. There was no lawn sod or sprinkler system for extra water. Deer are rampant in the neighborhood, so the landscaping choices are limited. We have dry periods too. Lady Bird Johnson once said - I like it when the land speaks its own ...
Views: 1198 - A guide to downloading free games - by When you browse online, it is quite tempting to download free games wherever you want. With most of these online games offered for free, there is no way to stop it to get everything your hard drive can handle. However, there are a few things to keep in mind when downloading free games.
There ...
Views: 133 - A Guide To Finding The Perfect Gift For Men - by Submitted on May 02, 2019 from Stuart CookeEver had that feeling of being clueless when choosing a gift for the man in your life? When it comes to gift-giving, men are probably the hardest people to shop for. As most men don't often share what they really want, the options become limitless as you are not sure what they will appreciate ...
Views: 712 - A Guide To Protecting Your Monument - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2013 from ruchi vermaWhilst you may never really have thought about it before, the monuments in our cemeteries are actually exposed to a number of threats that pose a serious risk of damage. Some are slow and gradual, whilst others are quick and sudden; some are caused by people, whilst others are a result of ...
Views: 831 - A Guide to Surviving Your Family - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Robin RobertsMost people can survive natural disasters medical conditions life events but for some of us we would rather cling to the Titanic and go down than spend Sunday lunch having our buttons pushed by our Mother. We would rather run with the bulls than confront our siblings over behaviors that annoy ...
Views: 1210 - A Guide to the Best Evening Velvet Dresses Of 2022 - by Submitted on May 04, 2022 from Zafar YaqoobVelvet dresses are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a formal event or a casual day out. They are the ideal choice for ladies who want to look classy and sophisticated. A Guide to the Best Evening Velvet Dresses. Velvet is an elegant fabric that is perfect for any occasion, whether ...
Views: 515 - A Guide to Watching Free Movie Trailers - by Computers and the Internet have been completely transformed and have provided a new meaning to entertainment. You don't need to make a plan before watching a movie. No need to visit the theater, buy a DVD, or rent it from your local DVD library. You can watch it at home and without paying a ...
Views: 111 - A Guidebook To Standard Female Well-Being - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2011 from Celeste MinarcikA quantity of novels and tales of the earlier 18th and 19th centuries generally portray women of all ages as mad and irrational beings, therefore, espousing the development of mad women of all ages literature. But, modern day medicine dispels this "mad" attribute. By establishing that women's ...
Views: 439 - A hairdresser haircut with a difference - by Most men opt for the traditional haircut from the hairdresser because they don't want to have to speak idly or listen to the constant chatter that happens in most women's salons. If it is you, then you will be delighted to know that there is a way to avoid this.
There is a new brand of men's ...
Views: 138 - A Happy Home Starts With You - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2015 from Maria KhalifeWe’ve all had family television shows served up as a model for us over the years. You all remember The Brady Bunch and The Partridge Family. The book Little Women influenced many families. As a mom today, you still have the influence to proactively transform your family dynamics. Your instincts ...
Views: 1159 - A Happy Mom Is A Happy Family - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Maureen GharrityMoms are so much more powerful than they realize. How they are feeling on a particular day can have significant effects on the entire family. A Mom can and does influence so many things in her environment. And that can affect how she feels, and in turn how the other family members ...
Views: 1301 - A Happy New Year Ahead - Secrets To Staying Happy All Year - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2020 from kingof seoYes, Christmas is over and a happy new year to you and your family. This is what has been sung all over the world and with much joy too. Your real question is how can you make your new year a better one let alone stay happy for the rest of the year? Sometimes happiness comes in many way for ...
Views: 409 - A Holiday Trip through Spain's Culture - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Porsche KlingerWhen you take your HOLIDAY RENTALS IN SPAIN you will soon realize the Spanish people are well known for being a friendly, open and welcoming culture. The Spanish are also known for holding the family unit in high esteem with the children held even higher. I have often wondered if this feeling of ...
Views: 1044 - A home water filtration system-why you need one - by Submitted on May 19, 2019 from Arifur RahmanYou should by now be very familiar with all the dangers that potentially lie on your tap water. With all these dangers, you may have considered getting a home water filtration system, even though the process of getting a good filtration system can be overwhelming. What type of the system you ...
Views: 517 - A Kaleidoscope of Tradition: South Indian Wedding Ceremonies - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2023 from Pokuri Akashhttps://www.matchfinder.in Introduction: South India is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, and one of the most cherished aspects of this heritage is its traditional wedding ceremonies. These ceremonies are not just events but are a profound celebration of customs, rituals, and family ...
Views: 385 - A List of Fun Things to Do In NYC - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2011 from Rammoon CarrasielNew York City a little fun facts about NYC as well as fun "things to do NYC. First fun facts of NYC. The first thing that comes to mind of NYC is the nicknames. NYC is so loved that one place has many nicknames. Some I’m sure you have heard before are: The Big Apple, Gotham City, and the Capital ...
Views: 778 - A Little Gestural Mistake Proves A Neglect For Someone! - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2014 from Dr. Mona AeyshaConsider the following examples for a while: a. You are on your way and you come across a mother with her sweet toddler child. You start cuddling him/her and ignore the mother totally (no eye contact) b. You meet someone you know on your way, with his or her spouse. For you, the spouse is a ...
Views: 1539 - A Locksmith Can Help You Secure Your Home - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2011 from Bill PerezThere is nothing quite as important as keeping your home and the ones you love safe. Unfortunately, every year millions of homes are burglarized due to inadequate security. When the best security you can provide is simply making sure you have good locks on your doors and windows, there is no ...
Views: 568 - A Lot Of Sight Seeing Opportunities Things To Do NYC - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Trudy KemmererIf you love a fun situation, extraordinary store shopping, plus many sights, you’ll absolutely adore Nyc, New York. NYC has approximately 651 visitors attractions , and it's always adding a bit more. None likes Big apple like a holiday maker can. There are so many things to do in The Big ...
Views: 550 - A Love Letter To Cancer Patients - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2007 from Nicole CalhounGetting a cancer diagnosis is probably one of the most devastating things a person has to experience. I can only imagine what a person who has heard the words, “You’ve got cancer.” must feel, but that doesn’t mean I can’t sympathize with the situation and tell you ...
Views: 5761 - A Love Story is the Medicine for the Fear of Loss - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2019 from Sheryl PaulIt was one of those moments that I could have easily pushed aside and continued on through my evening wrapped in the spiderweb of distraction. It was a moment so small that I almost missed the worlds of beauty and pain that lived within it, like a monarch butterfly floating past and I, caught in ...
Views: 761 - A Memorial Tribute with Funeral Bifolds - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2020 from Eric DesuzaThe best way to cope with a loved one’s death is to remember their stories and share them with others. This is why it’s essential to plan a Funeral Tribute that eases all the pain and brings back happy memories.
Views: 725 - A Mindful Road Trip: The Ultimate No-Goal Vacation - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2004 from Maya FrostIt's the beginning of spring break, and we're heading south. That's all we know. Our family is greatly anticipating what may be our last road trip for a long, long time. There's a lot of excitement in our house right now as we are shifting into a whole new phase for each of us. My husband is ...
Views: 1345 - A Moment in Time, an Excerpt from "Being Here…Too, Short Stories of Modern Day Enlightenment," by Ariel and Shya Kane - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2019 from Ariel and Shya KaneMy brother Brian was born a year and a half after I was. My mom told me that when she brought him home from the hospital, I thought he was a gift for me. When we were growing up, Brian seemed to know how to do everything without any help or training. I’d ask him, “How do you know that?” I was ...
Views: 895 - A Mother's Anguish - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2015 from Joyette FabienExtract From the Story Steffie in the Book Four Strong Women by Joyette H Fabien That afternoon Steffie had once again, gone to the police station. She had briefed the officer on the recent developments and arrangements had been made for two plain clothes officers to be posted near the ...
Views: 1028 - A Mother's Final Gift - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Barry and Joyce Vissell[We are excerpting one last time from our new book, A Mother’s Final Gift: How One Woman’s Courageous Dying Transformed Her Family] My mother died three years ago, and her death and dying process has changed my life. I’ve never been afraid of death itself. Rather, I’ve been afraid of the ...
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