Keeping up with greeting cards
Did you ever forget a good friend’s birthday simply because you had so much going on in your life that it slipped your mind? Your friend is hurt and you feel horrible. The alternative is getting your greeting cards together well in advance so you will not miss anyone’s birthday. We get spoiled with Facebook […]
December 2014: Tips and Tricks
Quote of the Month “Out of clutter. Find simplicity.” Albert Einstein My husband used to frequently say, “Less is More,” whenever the subject of toys came up for our brood of children. As difficult as it is to admit he was right, he was! Who among us can’t remember seeing the joy of a small […]
Repurposing unwanted items
The Environmental Protection Agency says that 85% of all discarded textiles, which is about 12 million tons, end up in landfills across the country each year. Finding a way to reuse or repurpose these clothes, can help save landfill space. Of course, clothing is not the only thing we can repurpose. Objects made of metal, […]
Be prepared for an extended absence from your family
Several situations require individuals to be away from home for a long period of time. If a family member is in the military and is deployed for months without coming back home, plans need to be made for their absence. A family member may need to receive medical treatment or surgery and be away from […]
November Tips and Tricks
Quote of the Month “Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend.” Melody Beattle What caught my attention most […]