What do you do when your teenage daughter arrives and tells you that she is pregnant? Choking her is not an option. Parent response: The “real world” is already too harsh for teenagers and now your baby is having a baby. How you respond will determine your success or failure. She has spent time educating her on abstinence and birth […]
When I left the army I gained 15 pounds pretty quickly. My recent visit to the doctor for the first time outside of the military was highlighted by the doctor’s charming comment, “You know, you’re technically obese.” I thought for a second about the old big boned answer but then my 2 kids in the room with me started laughing. […]
1. Pastels are made from the safe base like all other fine art paints, including oils and acrylics. The difference is the binder. Pastels use very little binder, so it’s almost like applying pigment directly to canvas. 2. The cakes are not whiteboard! Chalk is made from limestone. The cakes are totally different. Pastels are one of the oldest and […]
Afghan cover crochet patterns are one of the popular crochet projects enjoyed by both beginners and advanced crocheters. A crochet afghan is a great gift for family and friends. It can serve as a coat or shawl, as well as a blanket during cold nights. The term afghan was derived from the textiles that are produced in Afghanistan, as they […]
The little ones enjoy long vacations from their schools at different times of the year, depending on the adverse weather conditions of the different continents. But parents are always concerned about how to use this long break from the strict school curriculum in the most effective way for their little ones. The best way to make your toddler’s summer vacation […]
This is the second article in the series “The Impact of Technology on Child Development.” If you missed the first article, it covered the hidden dangers of blue light and digital devices on children’s eyes. My friend’s three and a half year old was showing signs of delayed speech development. As parents, they did what any concerned parent would do […]
citrus trout 3-4 pounds lake trout 1 orange 1 lemon 1 file salt pepper butter oil How to prepare: Gut the fish and remove the head. Cut the lemon, orange and lime into thin slices. Lightly rub the cavity of the fish with salt. Place fruit slices in the cavity with a couple of dabs of butter. Lightly oil the […]
Do you suspect that your next potential boyfriend candidate is toying with that cute little head of yours? Tired of feeling like he’s playing? Here’s the lowdown on how likely he is trying to put you on some sort of dating test, and how to tell for sure: Don’t be too paranoid, it’s not that common in men The truth […]
In Morocco, there is a style of old houses that have been converted into charming little boutique hotels called Riads. Built from mud and clay, these dwellings are almost imperceptible from the outside except for a small door, but once you step inside, a feast for the senses awaits! With trees, flowers and fountains, there is a patio open to […]
Every year, consumers in the US eagerly await the arrival of one of the busiest shopping days of the year: Black Friday. Black Friday, which takes place the day after Thanksgiving, marks the beginning of the holiday shopping season. In the past, stores opened at 4 am, but in 2011 some retailers set a new precedent by opening their doors […]
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