The older we get the more we start asking that question: Is this how I envisioned the way my life would be back when I was an idealistic 20-year old?
Depending on the time of the month, the actions of your children, and the state of your home, finances and love life - the answer to that question can vary.
Aren’t there some days that you are thankful to have the health of your children and other loved ones even if your bank account isn’t so healthy?
Then on other days, because we’re human, envy can come into play causing us to look with less than brotherly love on old friends or colleagues whose financial success exceeds our own.
It’s battle many of us deal with to varying degrees of success. Pop psychologists encourage us to avoid those dark thoughts by keeping journals where we list those things we are thankful for to encourage a culture of gratitude.
While I’m no big fan of pop psychology, the whole notion of Read more…
{More»} Mothering to Mentoring
Right now many kids across the country are in the midst of starting or wrapping up exams for the last semester. As moms trying to do what we’ve always done - help our kids with their studies - more than a few of us are finding it difficult.
One of the challenges of mentoring older children is helping them with a curriculum we know longer understand as well we might. sure I took calculus in high school but that was 25 years ago and this English major has buried those memories, far, far away-lol!
Here are some tips to try to help your older teen get through exams: Read more…
Travel & Social Life
Cancun in the Winter»Since I hear so much about how wonderful Cancun is I thought I’d share some information about this tropical locale for those you looking for your sunbird getaway.
In addition to becoming the beach region of choice for those visiting Mexico, Cancun is also home to many important Mayan ruins.
Tulum is the ancient Mayan city overlooking [...]
Business & Careers
Goal Setting - A Video»As I was doing some research trying to find some of the best resources and information out there on the Net for our MPY readers, I came across this great video featuring British entrepreneur/WAHM Helen Garratt.
I like her video primarily because she breaks down very nicely the process of goal setting (e.g., making it measurable [...]
House & Home
Tips for Your Fall Garden»It seems like as soon as September 1st comes around a switch goes off somewhere and it immediately feels like fall. We may still have hot days, but something about the light and the tell tale signs of extra leaves in the garden signal that summer is winding down and fall has arrived.
It’s also a [...]
