Have you ever heard someone say that their birthday is on or near a major holiday, like Easter, Christmas, or Valentine’s Day? The typical response is usually one of pity, or feeling sorry for that person. You hear people say things like, “Oh, I’m sorry?” or “That must suck!” Then, inevitably, comes the question: do you...
Last year, for the first time, I took over Thanksgiving duties. I bought cookbooks from Ina Garten and Martha Stewart. I scoured every magazine’s long list of Thanksgiving menus and time-saving tips. After assembling my menu for brunch and dinner, I wrote my grocery list, ordered the all-natural turkey from Whole Foods Market, and grinned —...
If asked to define or describe a relationship, almost everyone will tell a version of a relationship that is at least a bit unrealistic. Some people picture good relationships in overly romantic fashion while never having anything like that in real life. These misconceptions sometimes lead to unnecessary troubles in relationships. Let’s look at the top...
Every Christmas season grocery stores, home improvement warehouses, and super-centers offer the most popular seasonal flower for sale. The poinsettia has become a holiday tradition, despite the rumors and myths that surround it. If you are thinking about buying a poinsettia, or you already have, the following information will shed some light on the truth about...
Every day, new fashions and styles are coming out to make life better and more exciting. Ladies are always on the lookout for something new on the market. This way, they feel comfortable in the latest fashions knowing they are wearing something trendy. In this article, we are going to discuss some tips on choosing the...
heard them before I even met them. I was wrapping up a session when I heard the arguing coming from my waiting room. My client looked flustered and lost her train of thought. I tried hard to stay on track with her as I thought, “Oh boy! This last session of the day is going to...
I recently came from an almost three month time period where my baby girl did not sleep — at all. I’m talking, weeks on end of maybe getting 4 hours of sleep in a 24-hour period. It was a nightmare — only I was awake. Night after night I would think, “Surely, she’ll sleep tonight. She’s...
When choosing snacks, it’s important to pick food that will not only curb your appetite but will be good for you, too! Instead of reaching for that pint of ice cream or bag of potato chips sitting in your cupboard, choose snacks that are low in cholesterol, sodium, calories, and saturated fat but high in fiber...
