Sometimes Mom Simply Needs a Little Me-Time
Unwind, Refresh, Renew You do it all every day: get the kids to school on time, work, shop, check homework, cook nutritious meals and chauffeur. As moms, our job is … read more
Article Category: Words of Wisdom
The Beautiful Benefits of Bonus Families
More Than Stepping In There’s a quiet revolution happening in living rooms and at dinner tables across the country. For decades, families formed after a divorce or a new marriage … read more
How Simplifying Your Home Life Can Reduce Financial Stress
Life at home can feel overwhelming when clutter and scattered responsibilities pile up. Daily distractions often lead to unnecessary spending and constant worry. By simplifying your home, you can improve … read more
Adopting a Timid Cat: How Patience Turned Fear into Love
Timid Tabby A fraidy-cat’s gentle journey toward love A little over two years ago, my adult daughter, Zoe, adopted a two-year-old cat. She named her Momo. To say this cat … read more
A Season for Reaching Out
A reflection on friendship, compassion, and second chances. Years ago, I came down with a terrible case of the flu while living on the 23rd floor of an apartment building … read more
10 Tips to Manage Holiday Stress
1. Don’t over-schedule. Remember, it’s okay to say no. If your calendar can’t accommodate all your social demands, it’s fine to skip one—or all of them. 2. Take a walk. … read more
Parenting Pitfalls
Parents often miss the mark; the important part is making adjustments along the way. Recently, after offering my niece some unsolicited parenting advice, she let me know exactly what I … read more
Real Life Advice for Exhausted Parents
When you are parenting on an empty tank, here are some ways to recharge and refuel Modern parenting has become more than a full-time job. Today’s parents are not only … read more
Back to School Bashes
Back to School Events Back to School Splash Saturday, August 2 Check out this end-of-the-summer celebration with refreshments and children’s activities. Representatives from Sunrise schools will be on hand to … read more
Stay Calm in a Crunch
A Little Perspective Offers Big Rewards Years ago, my dad took his car to the dealership for a quick repair. They told him it would take, at most, an … read more