HUMILITY… A LOST ART by Virginia Burton Stringer One of the worst injustices, in today’s society, is the loss of humility. A sense of entitlement seems to be pervasive, from toddlers demanding toys in the store aisles, to teenagers, who expect parents to foot the bill for limousines and hotel rooms on prom night. It’s as if […]
Outdoor Activities
Never Too Old For Sandbox Playtime!
This year’s weather has just been odd. Colder and wetter to be exact in the Midwest. While normally I am a big fan of the rain, the excess of it lately has put off our outdoor activities like planting and bring out the water and sand toys. Mother nature must have known we were going […]
Outdoor Activities
A family day walk with The Piggyback Rider
I was excited when my children were old enough to walk and hike the trails beside my husband and I. For me this meant a little less back pain and sweat combined with additional smiles and family fun moments. Though it never fails less than a mile into it, one of my three older one […]
Shopping
The Zombie Apocalypse Gift Guide
The Zombie Apocalypse Gift Guide We know the Zombie Apocalypse is coming, better get prepared for it now before it’s too late. Have someone on your list who is into all things Zombies? Here’s a few things that make their Wish Lists over on Amazon. Happy Zombie Hunting! Zombie Defense Solutions: 3-Day Survival Kit $31.00 Zombie […]
Foodie
No Time To Cook? Go With A Classic For Dinner!
As a busy family, mealtime is often limited by the time we have to prepare. While I do like to plan ahead, on occasion life just gets away from us and I am searching for something as quick as it is yummy for dinner. This is one of the reasons I keep HORMEL® Chili With Beans in […]
Gardening
How to Plant a Rooftop Garden
Rooftop gardens are a huge trend in buildings – and rightly so. Whether you’re just discovering rooftop gardens, or have had a garden on your rooftop for years, this infographic from www.custommade.com, entitled “How to Plant a Rooftop Garden”, has everything you need to know in order to cultivate a successful rooftop garden. From weight […]
For the Home
5 Ways To Clean Out A Cluttered Home
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of DairyPure Milk for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. It is a proven fact that clutter can cause a decline in mood. Now who wants that? Not us, said my family and we began a mission to clean out our cluttered home, removing everything […]
Finance / Parenting Skills
5 Tips For Working From Home With A Toddler
If you work from home and have children at home you know how hard it can be to juggle both your work and your home life. It is often made doubly hard by the age of your children, and their individual needs. Here are 5 Tips For Working From Home With A Toddler that are […]
