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10 Travel Trends in the Post-Pandemic Era
“Many travel industry experts believe that new travel trends will emerge in the travel industry in the post-pandemic era. Based on the meltdown that the travel industry faced during the Covid-19, they consider these changes vital for the recovery and growth of this industry. But what would these new travel industry trends in the post-pandemic time be like? Let us find out.” One of the most hit sectors ever since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic is the travel industry. Travel restrictions and bans, ongoing lockdowns, border closures, flight cancellations, enforced stay-at-home policies, and so on have impacted the travel industry like nothing else. The Covid-19 pandemic made the travel…
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The Rebooted Mom MD’s First Ever Fourth of July Cookout Round-Up
Summer is finally in full swing and the Fourth of July is not that far away. I think this Fourth of July is going to be EPIC! Why, you ask? Well, we are coming out of a year-and-a-half-long LOCKDOWN. The Fourth last year was celebrated indoors or on ZOOM. And while we are all grateful for ZOOM, it wasn’t the same. Now, restrictions are being lifted especially for those who have been vaccinated. I expect people are going to try to do it up! Need more evidence? Once the CDC and local, state, and federal governments eased regulations, didn’t a bunch of our fellow citizens hop on planes to see…
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Staycation vs Vacation: Which Works for Your Family in this Covid-19 Era?
“The idea of having a staycation instead of vacation isn’t something new. However, in the post-Covid-19 era, families might need to rethink what kind of vacation plans will be more suitable.” The way that the COVID-19 pandemic shifted the routine dynamics of our lives is still unbelievable and sometimes even horrifying Take for example the case of a staycation vs a vacation. While many things now are slowly and gradually advancing towards their normal routine, the post-COVID-19 recovery phase is still in trial mode. As such, if you are considering the options of having a vacation as opposed to a staycation this summer season 2021, let’s discuss the best option…
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Irish Food Traditions and Where They Come From
If you’ve ever had traditional Irish food, you’ll know that it’s made from inexpensive, simple ingredients. There is also a “no waste” approach to food. This comes from a long tradition and history of poverty amongst a large portion of the population. Of course, Ireland has come a long way and times have changed, but the traditional meals are still grounded in this long, rich history. A Brief History One glance at a true Irish recipe and you’ll see that there are often only a few ingredients. Few seasonings are used, with salt and pepper being the most common. Common recipe ingredients include potatoes, cabbage, bacon, beef, lamb, bread, and…
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Celebrating Valentine’s Day!
Valentine’s Day is going to be different for a lot of couples this year. You may be locked down at home with your loved one. You could be having a Zoom date from across town. Or you could be communicating from long distances… Hopefully, this pandemic will be ending soon and everyone will be able to enjoy this holiday in a manner that is closer to normal. But we have to get there first. Valentine Day Stay-In Ideas What are you doing for Valentine’s Day this year? We are hanging out at home and ordering Indian Food. Next year will be the 20th Valentine’s Day since we got married, so…
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Day 30. Be Grateful for Friends
On the last day of our Attitude for Gratitude Challenge, we will simply appreciate our friends. What is it about certain people that makes you want to have them as a friend? Do you keep a “collection” of people that you enjoy adding to as you go forth and experience life? Much like a coin collection, you’ll want to hang onto people who provide value for you. Since everybody is different, that value could really be anything you want it to be. Often, we become friends with people based on shared special interests. It’s way better to attend a Pink Floyd cover band concert with your good ole friends, than…
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New Year, New You- Reflecting on the Holiday to Make a Plan for Next Year
There’s something remarkable about the new year. The promise of change and a clean slate gets everyone excited about the possibilities. There’s no other time when people are more focused and willing to make changes to enhance their lives. Gym memberships soar and more storage containers are purchased at this time of year than any other. The promise of a new year brings the promise of a new you too. What could be better? Everyone wants to do better, be better, and experience something better than the year before. The thing is, it takes intention and effort to make that happen. A new year and a new you is possible…
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Day 29. Heart and Home
As the old saying goes, home is where the heart is. The Holiday season is surely a time to be grateful for your home, the resting spot for your body, and the place to renew your spirit. Home means different things to different people. Some folks prefer that their home be placed in a crowded, bustling city. Others call the quiet countryside a place to call home. And lots more others make their home in a place that’s somewhere in between. Do you love to be home? Not everyone does. “Homebody” doesn’t fit all people and personalities. For some, home is a merely a form of shelter and a crash…
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Day 28: In Awe of Our Precious Planet
The planet where we exist is a miracle. Do you feel blessed to be alive on this miraculous Eden that teems with life… Mother Earth? It’s easy to forget how bizarre and wondrous our existence on this planet is. Each day, we wake up and engage more or less the same routine as the prior day. We eat food, perform our jobs, rest, do more jobs, eat more, and go to sleep. What other creatures on this planet could be doing similar things as us, and we aren’t even aware of it? Maybe all of them, even down to the smallest units of energy. No one can seem to confirm…
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Day 25. Appreciation for Other Cultures
On Day 24 of our 30 Days Blessed Challenge, we explored the beauty of people who come from different backgrounds. Today, let’s take this concept a step further and delve into appreciation for other cultures. Groups and classifications are a funny thing. There’s a lot of talk about how we are all the same, and should not be judged by our differences. There’s also plenty of categorizing and classifying of different people. Both of these facets of human existence are true. We are all humans just trying to get by and survive here on planet earth. The same in heart, body and mind. The truth also is that we have…
