Here are some winter copycat recipes that will be sure to please even the pickiest eaters on a cold day.
I personally am of the mind that being prepared and organized can help you in just about every possible way. So before I bore you with the "ins and outs" of holiday excess, I want to give you some very important information: ways to survive your family during the holidays.Let's face it, by…
You've baked the cookies, you've wrapped the gifts and you've watched all of the traditional television Christmas movies. You're feeling accomplished and ahead of the game, until your babysitter rings the doorbell and you realize you forgot to include her in your holiday shopping.While giving gifts…
As the calendar comes to a close, so might your children's sports and activities. If you had a great experience with your child's coach or instructor, it might be nice to give them a little something to show how much their time and dedication meant to your family.If the idea of giving a gift seems…
When the guests have all gone and the children are content with their new treasures, it's time to take a moment and relax. Because the holidays have left you with a monetary deficit and an abundance of leftovers, you probably don't have enough money for a trip to the spa.So, take the pumpkin puree,…
Like it or not, the holidays are officially upon us, and like so many things, we all feel differently about everything that entails. Regardless of how you feel about the holidays, it is the time of the year when we are all running at full speed. To make the most of this "Most Wonderful…
We all have stuff. Some stuff serves a defined purpose, whether decorative or utilitarian in nature. Others take us places in our hearts and minds; photos of a wonderful vacation or a special gift from a treasured friend.
Week after week I give a lot of advice on getting organized. We can organize just about anything but if we continue doing the same things we've always done, we will be met with nothing more than frustration and shame. Here is a crash course in how to be organized.
We all love interesting information and it is everywhere. According to the New York Times, the average person is exposed to more than 100,000 words every day – that is the equivalent of 175 newspapers worth of information. To get a clear picture, that is the equivalent of covering the entire…
Going to visit the doctor can be intimidating – especially if you try to make the most of your time with your doctor. Albeit, when you don't feel well it is difficult to have everything together but getting into the habit of being prepared is the ideal way to be a good patient.Here is what…
