If you are thinking about getting a new family member, and not the type that resides in your tummy for nine months, then you need to be prepared for the roller-coaster a dog is going to take you on. Dogs cause destruction to the home, but in a good way! They can turn your life upside down, but you will fall in love with your little pup and all of the fun, chaos and love they … [Read more...] about Essential Things Every New Dog Owner Should Know
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Little Known Signs Something Is Wrong With Your Pet
We all love animals, and most of all, we love those of them who we talk for walks everyday and snuggle up with on the sofa by the end of the day. A.k.a, our pets! Of course, we’re not all cut out for raising puppies or giving older felines somewhere to live in comfort for the rest of their life, but there’s so much joy that can be gotten out of simply coming home to see a … [Read more...] about Little Known Signs Something Is Wrong With Your Pet
3 Essentials You Need to Keep Your Dog Happy at Home
Many people decide to welcome a dog into their family in the first place because it makes them feel safe as they will bark if an intruder tried to get in. In fact, in most cases just having a dog is enough to make someone think twice about entering uninvited. However, as responsible dog owners we also need to ensure that while they keep us safe, our home is a safe and happy one … [Read more...] about 3 Essentials You Need to Keep Your Dog Happy at Home
Tough Talks with Loved Ones: An Effective Guide
There are many difficult conversations that people have to have over the course of their lives. There are the conversations that can become arguments; having to talk to your children about their behavior or grades. Then there are the tough conversations that can decide your future direction in life; conversations with your spouse about where you might move to in future, or how … [Read more...] about Tough Talks with Loved Ones: An Effective Guide
Why Parents Should Help Kids Focus on Turning Their Dreams Into Reality
When I was a young girl growing up in rural Pennsylvania, I honestly did not see much in the way of a future for myself other than being a housewife if I stayed there. I didn't want to live my life in the same place from birth to death. I wanted to travel the world, experience everything that I could, meet new people. My mom, step-dad, and grandparents all supported my … [Read more...] about Why Parents Should Help Kids Focus on Turning Their Dreams Into Reality
4 Lessons I Learned After Divorce
Post-divorce life is both physically and spiritually challenging. Some of us can’t help putting dwell in the past, where are memories are kept and where we lived all experiences, both good and bad. Many of us struggle with forgiveness, both when it comes to others and personal forgiveness. Letting go of the weight of the past is a critical step toward healing and growing after … [Read more...] about 4 Lessons I Learned After Divorce
Simplify Your Family’s Morning Routine
Mornings can be a very challenging time of the day - particularly if you have a family. When your alarm goes off, you are probably dreading all the tasks that you have ahead of you like preparing breakfast, getting the kids ready for school and beating the morning traffic jam - all while trying to wake yourself up as well! If you have never really been a morning person, this is … [Read more...] about Simplify Your Family’s Morning Routine
How To Maintain A Healthy Relationship With Parents As You Both Age
The love that exists between a child and their mom and dad is everlasting. No matter what happens, they will always be there to offer advice and support. Still, it doesn’t mean this relationship doesn’t adhere to normal rules. To maintain it, both parties have to work hard, be conscious of the others’ feelings, and give each other space. The problem is it’s easier to say than … [Read more...] about How To Maintain A Healthy Relationship With Parents As You Both Age
How to Teach Your Child to Help Take Care of Your Dog
Having a pet dog is not only a great way to enhance your own life. It can also give your child memories to last a lifetime and an excellent opportunity to learn responsibility, and how to take care of another living creature. If you're planning to get a pet dog, you can teach your child to take care of the dog with you. Not only will it be great to have help from another pet … [Read more...] about How to Teach Your Child to Help Take Care of Your Dog
Keeping Home Emotions On Balance
Sharing space and living with other people is rarely an easy endeavor. Even when these people are those you love the most, having to deal with one another on a daily basis can get very draining. Trust us, we know this. Along with this, though, it also makes it impossible to tell when something isn't right most times. Your family's happiness is … [Read more...] about Keeping Home Emotions On Balance
How To Prepare For Your Elderly Relatives Golden Years
One of the indisputable facts of life is that we always get older. Before we know it, we are aging more rapidly than we might think. This means turning our attention to take all necessary means to make life as easy for ourselves as possible in our golden years. This could mean pre-emptively taking care of a relative or our parents. When their work is done from a long and … [Read more...] about How To Prepare For Your Elderly Relatives Golden Years
Moms! Here’s How To Be Prepared For The Perils Of School
Sending the kids off to school for the first time is a big day in any family's life. You feel so proud as you drop them off, all smart in their new uniform. However, despite sending them to school being such a positive stage in your child development, it's unlikely to go 100% smoothly 100% of the time. With that in mind, smart moms prepare for any issues ahead of time. Read on … [Read more...] about Moms! Here’s How To Be Prepared For The Perils Of School
What Every Child Needs At Their Birthday Party
So, it's almost your child's birthday, and while this is a very exciting time for them, it can be a very stressful time for you. There is a lot of pressure that goes into planning something because you want to give your child the world and more, and yet when attempting to throw a party, there are so many things that can go wrong - and they often do. This is the first step to … [Read more...] about What Every Child Needs At Their Birthday Party
What Lessons Could Your Next Home Move Harbor?
Deciding to make a move is never easy when a family is involved. Choosing to uproot your kids is never easy. The chances are that they’ll be unhappy about leaving their friends, and everything they know. As such, it can be a confusing and challenging time for everyone involved. And, that can add unwanted pressure to an already stressful process. The good news is, there are … [Read more...] about What Lessons Could Your Next Home Move Harbor?
How to Turn Your Kids Into Well-Rounded Adults
Bringing up children can feel like a monumental task sometimes, especially when you have more than one, or are dealing with the trials and tribulations of raising a teenager. As parents, we feel such a huge responsibility to ensure that they are prepared to be responsible, upstanding members of society when it comes time for them to fly the nest. Once upon a time, students … [Read more...] about How to Turn Your Kids Into Well-Rounded Adults
Love and Money: Why Financial Talks Matter
Differences in opinion within a marriage are bound to happen, and these opinions can range from personal time, housework, and child care. However, the most common subject that leads to marital strife is money. Conflict regarding money management in a relationship comes to no surprise. Most of us have not been taught the importance of money management by our parents or our … [Read more...] about Love and Money: Why Financial Talks Matter
