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National Peach Cobbler Day
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Day unknown of the quarantine. How are you hanging in there? Are you baking and cooking more? Me too! Here is another opportunity for us to bake some more! When I was a child, my paternal grandmother was constantly baking lovely desserts and dinners (without any recipes of course!). Her teacakes were legendary — my college friends would descend when I brought a batch back to the…
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Organize Your Home to Be a Productive Learning Environment
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. This post looks at how organization can help with your homeschooling process. Originally published April 12, 2020/ Updated on July 30, 2022, Homemade Challenges and Distractions for Homeschoolers One tricky aspect of suddenly turning your home into a makeshift learning environment is that home may not be conducive to this. You likely have central areas of the home with people coming and going throughout the day. Family…
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Keep Your Sanity: Reconnect with Family During a Pandemic
During a pandemic, some people self-isolate, and others are put into quarantine. Both things can be helpful to get better control of the disease and stop its spread. These extreme measures can put a strain on some relationships, especially closely-knit families who see each other often and spend time together. In some cases, a parent has to be isolated from their kids, and that can profoundly affect parent-child relationships. Staying connected during a pandemic is very important for families. By just practicing a few habits, you and your family can come out of a pandemic even stronger than before. Here are some practical ways to allow you to stay connected…
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How to Journal Just Once a Week
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. If the reason you can’t stick to journaling is that you don’t have the time or interest to do it every day, then don’t! There is no rule that says if you don’t write in your journal every day, you aren’t doing it right. Maybe you just have time once a week for a journal entry – that is okay! Here are some tips for writing in…
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Overview: Your Immune System
While fully understanding the different systems of your body can be difficult, it’s a bit easier if you break them down into their individual components. When it comes to your immune system, there are five main parts of it that you need to know about. White Blood Cells All of these parts work together to help your immune system keep you healthy and free of any serious illnesses. The first part of your immune system to understand, and arguably one of the most important, is your white blood cells. These cells are the troopers in your body, responding directly to anything that it perceives as a threat in order to…
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Easter Holiday: Put Some Healthy Goodies in Easter Baskets
Talking about Easter baskets is a good place to start when discussing having a healthier Easter. This tends to be where a lot of people offer their children unhealthier options. It is also one of the more popular traditions for this holiday. If you want your kids to enjoy their baskets but without sugar-laden sweets, there are some super fun and easy options! Why You Should Limit These Sugary Treats First, let’s go over the nutritional content of some of the more popular candy options for Easter baskets. You may not include all of these, but it is good to have a summary of how much sugar, fat, and calories…
