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10 Ways to Start Finding Happiness From Within

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Ten Ways To Start Finding Happiness From Within By Nita Pettibone, CHC   True happiness doesn’t come from other people or from things, it comes from within.  We get so busy in our lives taking care of everyone else that we forget to take care of ourselves.  Soon our moods and health spiral out of control and finding happiness in even the simplest of things become a challenge.   Here are ten ways to start finding your own happiness:   Watch your words: When people … [Read more...]

10 Out-of-the-Box Ways to Treasure your Wedding Gown

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10 Out-of- the-Box Ways to Treasure Your Wedding Gown Wedding gowns mark one of our most celebrated moments – the beginning of a new life together. Here are ten ways to continue the celebration long after the “I do.” Rather than tucking your dress away in a sealed box, consider one of these options: Christmas Ornaments and Décor Holidays are a time for families to come together and celebrate who they are.  Why not create heirloom ornaments or stockings from the dress that started it … [Read more...]

10 Ways to Exercise WITH your KIDS

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by Certified Health Coach, Gary Harper Exercise and a healthy lifestyle are important for both adults and children but sometimes it seems that we have more priorities that we have time.  Here are 10 great ways to get in some exercise and family bonding at the same time! 10.       Turn on the tunes. Turn up the music and have a dance party. Start out with a time that is comfortable then add a minute or two each week. 9.         Nature Go on a outdoor adventure. A bug hunt, mushroom … [Read more...]

10 Things Every Mom Should Know to Reduce the Risk of Kids’ Sports Injuries

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Written by Jamie Ligon, PT, DPT Over training and sports injuries are commonplace problems in young developing athletes. Some of the trouble is attributed to a “no pain, no gain” and a “don’t stop, never quit” go-go-go mentality. Other contributing factors relate to a lack of body awareness as children and teens change at a rapid rate. Getting young athletes to listen to their bodies is crucial to help them understand the difference between “a good hurt” (expected soreness that comes from … [Read more...]

10 Things Every Mom Should Know to Plan a GREAT Family Vacation

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by Muffett Grubb Book early. Most vacation destinations fill up early, especially during peak family vacation times like summer, spring break and the holidays. Make hotel, car rental and activity reservations as soon as you know what your vacation schedule is. Plan, plan, plan.  Know what sights and activities are available and any advance reservation requirements.  And…plan some downtime for the family to rest and relax together, such as a dinner out or a walk on the beach. Involve the … [Read more...]

Rocking the Boat

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by Andrea Dake Like most moms, I find myself constantly second guessing the parenting decisions I make. As a mom to a 4 year old, questions like “How much sugar has he had today….no, he really shouldn’t have ice cream tonight then”, and “Ishould have made him watch something educational during ‘settle time’ instead of “How to Train Your Dragon”. Or, the ever popular “His feet stink. Can I get away with just washing his feet or do I need to give him a whole bath? I’m pretty tired.” And there … [Read more...]

10 Things you didn’t know that your resume is saying about you

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You want your resume to boast your proudest accomplishments, to highlight your professional experience, to emphasize your expensive education and there are PLENTY of ways to do that.  There are services, articles and books designed solely to helping you use that white space to get you your dream job.  However, many people have rogue resumes that are telling stories that would embarrass them. Do you know if your resume is saying something that you don’t want it to?  “I care so little about … [Read more...]

Are we the Guiltier Gender?

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How much weight did you gain during your pregnancy? How long did it take you to lose it? Are you breast-feeding or formula feeding? Aren’t you going to give your child a sibling? Are you sending your children to a public school or a private school? Do you believe in spanking? Are you buying your kids their first car? And the question that started the MomSource Network: are you going back to work or staying home? The truth is that we are the guiltier gender. Regardless of how you and your … [Read more...]