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I am a writer, a mom, a wife, a blogger and an advocate for the planet.

I love being outside more than anything rain or shine. I am a little quirky but believe that it makes life much more interesting.

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Health & Fitness > Exercise & Weight Loss How busy women can stay in shape: 2 of 24

In a world of women that do it all, one of the biggest complaints out there is, "I simply don't have time to exercise." Tired from work, rushing in to get the kids fed before soccer practice and scouts, many women tend to put getting on shape on the perpetual list of things they will do "when they get time." Unfortunately, f...
Jobs & Careers > Stress & Time Management How to tell if you are a workaholic: 1 of 5

There are a few quick and easy ways to check and see if you are in fact a workaholic, however if you are reading this with concern that you might be one, that in itself should be a BIG red flag. Most non-workaholics do not fret over spending too much time at the office (or as is more common in today's wireless world, too muc...
Parenting & Pregnancy > After School Tips for keeping kids fit without team sports: 10 of 20

Everyone knows how important it is to keep kids fit. With obesity and diabetes occurrences reaching epidemic proportions, a day can't go by when we don't hear from some well intentioned "authority" that we need to get our kids active. Common sense you say. Well what about the majority of Americans who are struggling to pay t...
Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues Is docking a dog's tail cruel?: 8 of 16

A first hand account of tail docking: I have owned dogs all my life, but never thought much about how certain breeds got their distinctive look until I actually owned a Boxer. She came to us as a rescue dog, having been severely abused and impregnated so many times that her belly hung to the ground even though she was only f...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Toddlers Preparing your child for the first dental visit: 12 of 23

No matter how old you are, the thought of going to the dentist fills most of us with at least a tiny bit of apprehension, or in some cases even dread. It's not as if we aren't brushing, flossing..the whole bit. It is just that moment of truth...you know when the doc looks down at you with thinly veiled contempt and says, wel...
Pets & Animals > Birds Benefits of bird watching: 4 of 7

It's no secret that bird watching is the favorite hobby of millions, and considered to be one of the most inexpensive and family friendly activities a family can enjoy together. So why don't more urban families take part in this activity? Perhaps it is a lack of programs or perhaps it is simply that families living the fast-...
Relationships & Family > Children & Divorce Helping children of all ages deal with divorce: 29 of 31

Divorce is hard at any age, but children often have a harder time than most. Despite their parents assurances many feel that they are in some way responisible, taking on guilt and putting enormous amounts of pressure on themselves. If you are going through a divorce with children, there are ways you can help them get through...