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here Jessie Funk is bursting with talent; not only can she sing, dance, and do Disney character impressions that’ll knock your socks off, but she’s also a gifted motivational speaker. Jessie has been teaching and mentoring students for over a decade. She loves to speak at middle school and high school assemblies, leadership conferences and […]

My daughter told me once that her friend wished I were her mom. This intrigued me as I know her mother and I know she loves her children very much and is a wonderful mother. I asked my daughter why this was. The answer was straightforward; “you buy us toys.” Suddenly I felt very inadequate

1. Go to a baseball game (or play catch together!). Sports games often have an atmosphere of excitement and energy, not to mention an aroma of delicious foods and snacks. Take Dad out to the ball game! 2. Have a special Father’s Day breakfast. Food is a great way to bring the family together and

Are you on the hunt for inexpensive Christmas gifts?  This holiday season, save money and create thoughtful gifts from the comfort of your own home. Here are seven budget-friendly gift ideas to help you get started.     via Spark & Chemistry A simple glass jar can turn into the perfect Christmas gift! Just pour

Ever heard the phrase “You can dress her up, but you can’t take her anywhere”? Sometimes taking your children out can feel like that. But whether your kid’s a fidgeter or a food-fight starter, here are some suggestions to keep them entertained while they wait for their meals. 1. I Spy, of course! Restaurants are

Playing dress-up is fun at any age, but let’s be real: it’s especially fun when you’re a kid. There’s the typical way of playing dress-up: taking your parents’ clothes and having them sag off your waist while your feet shuffle in clown-sized shoes. But there are so many other things to dress-up in! Try some of

In many countries, winter is the coldest season of the year, but that doesn’t mean you have to be cold from the inside out. Here is a list of comfort foods you can share with your family at home. They’re guaranteed to warm you up body and soul, even on the chilliest of nights. Butternut

The Internet is a great source to find all kinds of DIY projects that will save you time and money. For example, homemade gift wrap is a great alternative to pricey holiday wrapping paper. Here are some unique and easy gift wrap ideas that can be created within a matter of minutes. via Let’s Wrap

Ben Bernstein—or “Dr. B”, as his clients refer to him—has been working with students and people in high stress/high performance jobs for over forty years. He’s an expert on how stress affects performance, so if you’re looking to bring your stress levels to a healthy level, his most recent works, Stressed Out! for Parents and

With the holiday season rapidly approaching, many people are in the beginning stages of planning parties to enjoy with family and friends. While some holiday parties include cooking complicated dishes or costly catering, there are ways to throw less expensive holiday parties that are sure to impress your guests, including the children. Fruit and cheese