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Why A Home Exchange Is a Great Family Vacation

Like a lot of families, our summer vacation plans were canceled due to COVID-19. We are looking forward to the days when we can travel again. When we are able, our next vacation will be a home exchange. We got started home exchanging three years ago, and now, it's our favorite way to vacation! So…

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Christmas Gift Exchange Games for Kids

The holidays are a time of giving. From teachers to grandparents, your days are filled with shopping for gifts for loved ones. Lighten your load by limiting the number of gifts you have to buy. Instead of letting your kid buy gifts for everyone in his class or on his team, host a get together and conduct a gift exchange. Everyone will have a great time and will give and get gifts they enjoy.

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Food Exchanges for a Diabetic Diet

If you have diabetes, managing your diet in accordance with medically accepted nutritional guidelines can literally mean the difference between life and death. Learning the diabetic exchanges, which are used to create a livable plan of eating, is essential to promote your wellness. Even if you’re not diabetic, using the food exchanges associated with the diabetic diet can help you regulate your blood sugar. If you’ve noticed ups and downs in your energy and mood throughout the day, chances are you’re suffering from associated spikes and lows in your blood sugar. Sometimes mothers, especially working moms, rush to the nearest fast food outlet to “fuel up” for the day. If you’re a diabetic, this can cause a serious medical problem, so reviewing the recommended exchanges is especially important before dining out.