Why Do We Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day?
When you think of Saint Patrick’s Day, what are your thoughts? Is it about green beer and corned beef cabbage at the local pub? Do you go to the big parade, dress in green, and enjoy that party atmosphere? Why do we celebrate saint patrick’s day?… READ MORE
10 Movies To Watch This October
There is plenty to be grateful for when time is spent with loved ones. Create a night of food, family, and a double feature. Roll out the pillows and blankets and make the living room a comfortable oasis. Pop up some good, buttery kernels or grab your favorite snacks and beverages. Gather together your videos and DVDs for your cinema viewing pleasure and cuddle up for a family fun night. Need a movie idea? here is a list of 10 Movies to watch this October… READ MORE
A New Year, A New You
Every new year brings about the desire to change certain things about ourselves. Maybe this year the decision to stop smoking, or spend more time with family has been made. Weight loss is always a top choice. The truth is that resolutions never really work. Visit a gym in the first few weeks of teh new year and you will find them packed with those hoping to get fit. Those same establishments will not be as busy after the first few months of a new year… READ MORE
The Truth about Pit Bulls
I am fortunate to have six wonderful children in myu life. We adopted a blue nosed pit-bull puppy a year ago and we named her Clementine. She has grown to be a beautiful, strong, protective girl with a big bark and a brilliant personality. Everyone loved on her and adored her around the neighborhood when she was young. She has gone to work with me and has socialized with several of my co-workers and their dogs. Her behavior has never changed from the sweet, loving puppy that we adopted. Yet, some people now treat her as a threat. I guess her big girl bark scares those that have not taken the time to get to know her. My plan is to share my experiences with Clementine and the people around her. Then, we are going to get into the truth about Piut Bulls… READ MORE
The Seven Days of Love: Storge…
A natural, unforced, instinctual affection for another human being. Deeply rooted in the ideas of family, it is a love that binds and develops over time. In other respects, it is instantaneous and unexplainable; such as the love of a paretn for their child… READ MORE
The Seven Days of Love: Eros…
The arrows forcefully leave the bow and plunge into the two bodies. Destined to intertwine with one another in passionate love, their hearts are pierced with an overwhelming desire to connect… READ MORE
The Seven Days of Love: Ludus…
Ludus love is flirtatuious and seductive, playful and selfish. Having a crush and acting on it can begin this affection seen between lovers. A ludic lover may have many conquests. Yet, they remain uncommitted. This being needs attention. They play with the emotions of others. As a result, they lack attachment and cheat. Ludus is a narcissistic love with one player having the potential to spiral into mania… READ MORE
The Seven Days of Love: Pragma…
Pragmatic love is an enduring love. It is an aged, mature, practical appreciation for another human being; founded on reason. The seven days of love: Pragma focuses on the intimate connection found in this forever love… READ MORE
The Seven Days of Love: Philia…
You become a friend to many when you have a strong love for God and a healthy love of self. It releases you to love your fellow human beings with ease, comfort, and compassion. The seven days of love: Philia encompasses brotherly, emotional, and affectionate love. A shared good will. That of friendship… READ MORE
The Seven Days of Love: Philautia…
In order to love others, you must first learn to love yourself. Philautia is a love that can be bad or it can be good and it is dependent upon how one sees themselves. Let’s dive deeper into the seven days of love: philautia and talk about the good, the bad, and the beauty… READ MORE
The Seven Days of Love: Agape…
Agape is the love of the soul. It encompasses the modern concept of altruism which is unselfish concern for the welfare of others. It is a Christian term referring to the highest form of love, charity. The love of God for man and man for God. It is not a feeling; it is a motivation for action that we are free to choose or reject… READ MORE
10 Steps Toward Protecting Your Vibe…
Vibes are the emotional signals a person gives out to those around them with their body language and social interactions. In other words, the quality of ones life is directly related to the quality of their thoughts, words, food, fitness, purpose, experience, environment, and relationships. Realize this and use these 10 steps toward protecting your vibe: your being; who you are to your core… READ MORE
The Comforts of Home…
As a photographer, I meet a variety of people. In this July sesion, I was invited to spend a few hours with this family. I photographed them in the comforts of their home because the property was truly breathtaking…READ MORE
Reading As A Family…
We learn a great deal from books. The lessons of life often jump off the pages to help us express emotion, socialize, or even learn language. Books are a grat way to get children involved in learning because reading to your kids is the number one way you will get them interested in books. Sharing a book connects families so, it is important to spend time reading as a family… READ MORE
You Might Be A Mom If…
Being a mom is one of the hardest, most unappreciated, physically and emotionally exhausting jobs you will ever do. However, “mommy” is the greatest, most rewarding name you will ever be called. It is irrational. If you are a mom, you know what I mean by that. Celebrate it. The following list incorporates thirty signs that you are a mom. Have fun with it…READ MORE
70 Funny Anytime Jokes
There is an art to telling a joke. The punch line needs to be said at the exact right time. Lets face it, some people are good at it and others are not. With this list of 70 funny anytime jokes, everyone is guaranteed to get a laugh. So, lets get started ith the telling of jokes…READ MORE
Traditions
As the holidays approach, our traditions are brought into the forefront of everyday life. Because they are dependent upon our religious and familial backgrounds, we practice those of our particular cultures. I believe that it is important to know what customs and traditions are and to practice them…READ MORE
The Importance of Spending Mealtimes as a Family
Extended family is flying in. Many are driving out to visit with their moms and dads. Significant others are preparing the parental introductions. The time to break bread with family is upon us. I contemplate the importance of spending mealtimes as a family because Thanksgiving approaches with great speed and I worry about the health of those that I love. ..READ MORE
Halloween Pumpkin Fun
When I think about Halloween, dressing up, candy, and pumpkins come to mind. Even though my children focus on their costumes and what types of masks they will wear, pumpkin is always the top subject of the holiday for me. It’s The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown is significant to the month of October. The great pastime of pumpkin carving seems to stick with me every year. It is the foundation of all my Halloween Pumpkin Fun…READ MORE
Pet Safety Tips for Halloween
Great importance is given to the safety of our children when the act of trick or treating commences. Parents everywhere know that proper lighting is necessary when our kids are out running around in costumes. We know that hands need to be held…READ MORE
A Fourth of July Reflection
The day of Independence. The day of remembrance. A day spent with family. A day spent reflecting on overcoming hardships with Christ at the helm. The fourth of July is the one time Americans celebrate together. It doesn’t matter our differences…READ MORE