A review of 148 studies found that people with strong social relationships are 50% less likely to die prematurely. Similarly, Dan Buettner’s Blue Zones research calculates that committing to a life partner can add 3 years to life expectancy. Wow! It’s easy understand how our food and fitness routines impact our health, but it’s not
It may sound odd, but essential oils are sexy! There are spicy ones, soothing ones, stimulating ones, and earthy ones. They can be used for massages, perfumes, bath salts, and even stimulants. As a woman who’s been married for over 30 years, I know how fun it can be to try out something new! So,
Being a mother is not a static state. As time passes, my needs and desires and dreams change. For instance, in the past, Mother’s Day in my home involved my kids making super cute & crafty cards, our family having an exciting gift-giving time where my kids would present me with endearing treasures (that they
So you think you want to be a stay at home mom? Well let me tell you something: It’s super easy! I’ve been a stay at home mom for about 9 years now, and I’ve never made a single mistake or done something I regret! All my kids listen to me 100% of the time,
Children and school. In my humble opinion, that has to be one of the most dangerous combinations. Don’t get me wrong: I love children, and I think that education is wonderful! But if there’s one thing that I’ve learned by having four children, it is this: the classroom is a breeding ground for bacteria and
Teething. Along with the infamous “terrible twos”, teething has got to be one of the most traumatizing “t” words for all mothers, especially those who currently have toddlers. I will be honest: while I am writing an article about essential oils for teething babies, it has been a number of years since my youngest was
