Whoever said that grandkids are the reward you get for raising children was right. It's great fun to watch grandkids grow and develop -- without having the full-time responsibility. As grandparents, you probably have more time now than you did when your own children were [...]
Many things that you'd ordinarily throw away as table scraps can be recycled into lovely house plants with just a little patience, time and TLC plus some potting soil, water, pots and clear plastic bags. Kids especially will love to see how easy it is [...]
Recently I attended the Health Show in Las Vegas. The basics were covered from drinking 8-10 glasses of water, eating 5 fruits and vegetables a day and getting your exercise. Health Benefits of Laughter One of the classes that intrigued me the most was adding [...]
Time: It seems there is never enough of it. Everyone —from corporate executives to stay-at-home moms to extracurricular teens — wishes he or she had more time. If time could be bottled and used later, it would sell for millions. "Can" some time for yourself [...]
The new year is coming Saturday, and for the past few years, people have wondered what will happen. Will the power go out? If so, will we be ready to meet the challenges that may come without heat and power -- and who knows what [...]
With spring coming, it is time to round up the kids for a festive Western party. Kids are eager to experience the outdoor adven-tures. Here is a perfect activity for them to enjoy. Cactus Decoration Craft For this attractive stand-up "cactus'' complete with spines, you'll [...]
This doll takes a while to make but is a real treasure dressed in an old-fashioned outfit. 1 large Rome Beauty apple Apple peeler (optional) 1 coat hanger Wire cutters Pliers 1 quart pre-treating solution (optional - see below) Knife Food dehydrator (optional) Acrylic paint [...]
According to one school lunch worker, an increasing number of children are spending their lunch money on junk food. Help your child start a new "good-for-you" trend in school with these nutritious foods. YUMMY-DIP LUNCH For a twist on the classic peanut-butter-sandwich lunch, try packing [...]
Cool weather always brings the challenge of finding things to do for the children who don't yet go to school. Here are some imaginative ways to help kids have fun while they stay at home. Creative Food Presentation Ideas Food is an exciting thing for [...]
Last week I showed you how to make a whole month's worth of school lunches. Now that the school-aged kids are taken care of, you need something fun for those left with you at home.Many children cry when they see their older brothers and sisters [...]
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