January 10, 2019 by Daniel Remley Photo by freestocks.org on Pexels.com Winter has arrived, and many animals go into hibernation. Ever wonder why some nights it is easier to fall sleep than others? There are many factors that can influence our sleep patterns. Some are obvious such as, not drinking too much caffeine before going […]
December 25, 2014 by bethstefura When families and friends get together during the holidays, it’s often a time for reminiscing and happy memories. Our thoughts are with those we have loved who are no longer with us. We remember those serving overseas in our armed forces and cannot be at home at Christmas. We are […]
Eggs, we love them, and they are… cheap? Over the last several months we have watched as prices have steadily increased in the grocery stores. I’ve looked at my husband almost every week after going to the grocery store and rambled off the latest price increase. We’ve done our best to eliminate items here and […]
How are you feeling today? In a world full of 24-hours news that tends to focus on negative events, an ongoing global pandemic, and growing divisiveness, “happy” might not be the first emotion that comes to mind. According to NORC at the University of Chicago, only 14% of American adults said they were very happy […]
Do you ever find yourself eating and realize that you don’t even feel hungry or don’t know why you started eating in the first place? If so, don’t feel guilty, you are not alone. Recent studies suggest that over 75% of overeating is caused by our emotions. Instead of eating due to physical cues from […]
My husband and I reading books with our son. This past spring, my local thrift store offered a promotion where they gave away a free book to every child who walked through their doors on a specific day in April. While my son and I took advantage of the promotion, only later did I find […]
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Posted in Healthy Relationships, tagged cookbooks, family, Family Assets, Family recipes, family rituals, family traditions, Grandma, Grandpa, Holidays, Mother’s Day Ideas, recipes, rituals, Strengthening Families on April 15, 2013| 1 Comment » I have things about my family that I wonder about . . . . How did my grandparents meet? What was life like for […]
Posted in Healthy Relationships, tagged cookbooks, family, Family Assets, Family recipes, family rituals, family traditions, Grandma, Grandpa, Holidays, Mother’s Day Ideas, recipes, rituals, Strengthening Families on April 15, 2013| 1 Comment » I have things about my family that I wonder about . . . . How did my grandparents meet? What was life like for […]
August 12, 2021 by hreister Selecting the right childcare for your child has always been a big decision. Although the pandemic brings with it a new set of rules, many of the same questions still leave parents feeling stumped when choosing childcare. Here are some common considerations when selecting care for your child as well […]
December 31, 2018 by Michelle Treber I hope that you enjoy this blog post written by Ashley Barto, a dietetic intern at The Ohio State University. She shares her insights about yoga and relaxation. The holidays are over for many of us. If not, they will be in the next few weeks. Are you hoping […]
I used to pride myself on my recycling efforts. I would compare my overflowing recycling bin with my neighbors and wish more people recycled. I felt it was our duty, responsibility, and obligation to protect our planet. However, my recycling pride was deflated when I read a report from the Department of Energy that showed […]
July 24, 2013 by marilynrabe Children will soon be returning to school and to the routines that the school year brings. For many families, this means back to the routine of packing a lunch each day. We want to make sure that the lunches we pack are healthy, safe and delicious! For a healthy lunch, keep […]