What Is Self Care?
I read a lot of posts, magazine articles and such that talk about self care. As a caregiver of The Husband with MS, I understand just how important self-care really is. I won’t be any good for him if I’m broken. I get stressed out and give myself a headache. My shoulders feel like bricks. As much as I would love to indulge in weekly massage or a nightly hot bubble bath complete with bath salts, face mask, glass bottle of wine. It’s not always in the cards for me. OHHHHHMMMMMGEEEEE I just made a funny!! This post is how I destress and what I consider MY self-care that I can do anytime! Solitaire! I am a million percent addicted to Solitaire. Unfortunately, I tend to over indulge in phone apps. (Squirrel!! In my mind I imagine adding one more app to my phone and all the little minions that keep everything running smoothly inside will march right out. Magic smoke will billow from all of the ports and I will be left with a paper weight). (Yes, I am embarrassed to admit I have way too many apps! I REALLY should go through and clean up some of the…
Five Signs That They’re The One To Marry
In relationships, there are those that come and go, while others show real signs of being a lifelong commitment. How can one tell the difference between the two? How do you know that person is the one to marry? Many of us in our lifetime will have multiple love interests, whether it’s serious for some or not so serious for others. Here are five signs that will tell a person, if their partner is one that’s marriage material. You can’t see your life without them It’s often an obvious indication sometimes that when you can’t see life without them, then they’re someone who has made a serious impact. There are some though that you can’t envision life without and that might still end up in a breakup. Not all relationships need to end in hurt, where both end up blocking one another on social media. For some, remaining friends can be possible. However, there will be some relationships where you cannot envision having anyone else and that person is your idea of marriage material. It’s important to remember though that this needs to be reciprocated and sadly, that’s not always the case. There have already been talks about the future…
Aiding Your Kids To Become The Best They Can Be
When you have kids, you are signing up to be everything to that little human. In the beginning, you are going to be the one that they rely on for everything from changing them, to feeding them, to giving them comfort when they are scared, and so on. As they grow up, their needs might change, but that doesn’t mean that they aren’t as intense. As a parent, it’s your job to ensure that they are growing up to become the very best version of themselves, and that’s not always an easy thing to do. The mistake that a lot of parents make is thinking that they don’t have much of an influence in this, but this train of thought couldn’t be more wrong. In this article, we’re going to be taking a look at some of the things that you can do to aid your kids in becoming the very best that they can be. Keep reading down below if you would like to find out more Be Present The first thing that we’re going to say is that you should be present as much as you can. There are lots of ways that you can be present for…
4 Tips and Tricks to Help Your Kids Stay Safe and Secure at School
As a parent, you want to do everything in your power to keep your children safe. This includes ensuring kids stay safe when they are away from home, such as at school. There are many things you can do to help protect your kids and ensure they have a positive school experience. In this blog post, we will discuss four tips and tricks for keeping your kids safe and secure at school! Talk To Your Kids About School Safety The best way to keep your kids safe is to educate them about potential dangers and how to avoid them. Talk to your kids about what they should do if they feel unsafe or see something suspicious. Teach them how to identify danger signs and what to do in an emergency situation. A good way to start the conversation is by asking your child what they have learned at school about staying safe. You can also find helpful information online, such as from the National Crime Prevention Council. Make sure you review these safety tips regularly, especially as your child enters into new grade levels and faces different challenges. Reassure them that you will always be there for them, no matter…