Is there anything sadder than a sick two year old??  (okay, besides husbands??!?) Poor Alice caught a little 24 hour bug. All she wanted was to be held, cuddled, rocked and read Anabella Giggles All Day! for about 50 times. I can’t resist the “again NaNa, again!”  I’m not sure if it’s the beautiful illustrations or the sing-song story, but I finally coaxed a smile out of Alice by the end of the 50th reading!!   Anabella Giggles All Day is written by Nev Nickelz and illustrated by Mariah Grace. Alice loves the bright colors and wonderful illustrations. Anabella Giggles All Day is done in a lot of pinks and purples which happen to be Alice’s favorite colors. I love that it’s a downloaded book and on my iPad, meaning I have it with me everywhere! (especially helpful in the doctors waiting room!!)  Anabella Giggles All Day! teaches kids about friendship and of course giggling. The book has perfect lyrical rhyming pages that just flow off your tongue. The story not only makes Alice smile, but me as well! Anabella loves giggling, but when Anabella starts giggling at her bossy best friend, their friendship is challenged. Because her feelings are hurt, Anabella’s best…

If you’re over 50 and just getting back into dating, it may feel like an entirely different world if you haven’t been out there for a while. These days many couples meet online, and if dating wasn’t hard enough on its own, navigating this new world of technology plus romance may seem a little daunting. The most important quality in dating – both online and in person – is confidence, and that may be hard to fake if you’re feeling a little unsure about being back out there. Here are a few tips to help develop confidence in this new world of dating. Refresh Yourself If it’s been a while since you’ve purchased a new outfit, had a haircut, or tried new cosmetics, why not treat yourself? A manicure and pedicure can help you feel your best as well. There’s no need to become someone you’re not – at this age you’re probably pretty settled into who you are and what fashion choices you like. Just enhance and showcase those things. Once you’ve done so, ask a friend to take some photos of you if you’re trying online dating. Typically photos where you’re smiling and look natural and relaxed tend to get the best attention. Try to post an…