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Makeup Tips for Revitalizing Tired Eyes
No matter what their color or shape, your eyes are one of the most important areas of your face. It makes sense, then, to highlight and complement the area with eye shadow. There are several ways to do this with colors you probably already have in your makeup bag. Any extra supplies can be bought at a department store or beauty supply store.
Benefits of Fish Oil for Children
Fish oil is full of essential fatty acids, the omega-3 fats that our body needs but can’t produce on its own. These omega-3 fats have been linked to health benefits for children, from improving brain function for reduced educational problems to helping with issues such as hyperactivity, inability to concentrate, and even childhood asthma.
I Don’t Want to be Mothered, I Need a Coach
How to Identify When Teens Want Coaching, Not Parental Advice I am a mother of two incredible children, a daughter and a son. I nurtured them, loved them deeply, and did everything I could to protect them from danger. But being a parent means more than just mothering. I learned this while attending grad school…
All Aboard the Holiday Express…
The holiday season. I liken it to an express train on a long, straight track: You can see it coming from miles away, but you don’t realize how fast it’s approaching until it’s flying by, leaving your ears ringing, your hair a windswept mess, and the pit of your stomach churning with unspent adrenaline. With…
The Importance of Family Dinners
This article is in partnership with Uncle Ben’s. Growing up we had dinner at 6:00pm every night. Mom cooked, and everyone ate what was on their plates. Fast forward a few decades and dinnertime has changed. Whether it’s because kids have more extracurricular activities, parents have competing work schedules, or easier access to take-out food…