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I am a proud mother who relishes the freelance writer's lifestyle to graciously mold work and play into a delicious way of life.
I have spent most of my life in the field of education, either through volunteering or work. As a special educator and early interventionist

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Health & Fitness > Alternative Therapies Alternative medicine: The benefits of supplements for 30- and 40-year olds: 28 of 37
You are young, you are healthy, and you don't have a medicine cabinet full of prescription medications. You may be great candidate for acupuncture. Acupuncture is the ancient Chinese practice of bringing balance through insertion of fine slim needles along points of the body's meridian. Many describe it as painless or feelin... More..
Health & Fitness > Mental Illness The connection between sleep deprivation and mental illness: 25 of 31
Are you sleeping enough? Research shows the strong correlation between our health and the amount of sleep we offer our bodies. For years we have seen an increase in obesity, heart disease, and diabetes in populations of people who do not get adequate sleep along with a list of other contributing factors. We are now seeing th... More..
Home & Garden > Home Repair (Other) Bathroom remodeling: Bath or shower?: 9 of 11
Bathroom remodeling is one of the most exciting and refreshing changes a homeowner can make. Updating this small room can make a huge impact on the value of your home. When remodeling the bathroom there is one question that is becoming for common today. Should you add a shower or a bath? You can also have both. There are sev... More..
Health & Fitness > Kids Nutrition Improving your child's eating habits: 14 of 17
Parents wanting to eat healthy need only look to their children. The best way to establish good eating habits in children is to become a healthy eater. In all aspects of learning, the best instruction is that learned from observation. Children learn their eating habits through watching parents, family members, and even their... More..
Relationships & Family > Children & Divorce After a divorce: Dealing with an angry child: 19 of 23
Divorce is rarely a simple solution for anyone involved. For children, it can be a scary time in an already puzzling world. Anger is one of the most common emotions children will blatantly exude during times of fear and confusion. It is important to acknowledge their feelings and allow them time to grieve the loss of a world... More..
Food & Drink > Ethnic & International Foods Mexican cuisine: Day of the Dead menu ideas: 5 of 6
Dia de los Muertos is the Hispanic celebration honoring death. The Day of the Dead, as translated to English, is a festival that can last anywhere from two days to a week and usually begins the end of October until the first week in November. The first and second of November are the widely celebrated days. Mayan and Aztec de... More..
Hobbies & Games > Scrapbooking & Paper Crafts Why take up scrapbooking as a hobby: 24 of 27
Scrap booking is one of the most popular crafts across the board. People of all economic levels and abilities can enjoy the sport. Wonderful pages have been made with the most expensive of items or with items rescued from the garbage. One of the best reasons to scrapbook is for your mental health. Today, many counselors are ... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Eliminating polluted indoor air: 9 of 10
The United States Environmental Protection Agency reports that the air of the average home can be up to two times more polluted than the outside environment. There are simple solutions to the problem and don't assume living in a new home protects you from poor indoor air quality. New rugs and carpeting can release harmful ch... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Your most meaningful family traditions: 339 of 348
This weekend we will enjoy the granddaddy of all Christmas traditions. We will be cutting down the family Christmas tree. If families were cakes, traditions would be the yummy filling that keeps the layers together while making the dessert all the more sweet. Today, many family traditions having taken a back seat being repla... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Special Needs Tips for finding acceptance for your special needs child: 7 of 7
There are always highs and lows in the life of a parent. For the parent of a child with disabilities, those victories and difficulties become something very different. These parents yearn to find the acceptance their child deserves. Here are some ideas I have offered parents for helping them bridge the gap to acceptance for ... More..