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Mommy, Why Can’t I Have Blond Hair and Blue Eyes?
With Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the fore of our minds, we at Modern Mom would like to share with you the writings of author Mallika Chopra. In this excerpt from her book, 100 Questions from My Child, Mallika found a gentle way to talk to her young daughters, Tara, and Leela, about race and class, two issues central to Dr. Kings life mission. Why Cant I Have Blond Hair and Blue Eyes?
How To Plan The Perfect New Year's Eve
Some people might argue that there’s no such thing as the perfect New Year’s Eve. Another party with 100 of your closest friends, all sloshed and wearing funny hats? Or stay home and watch that ball drop again? Neither! Your first resolution is to ring in the New Year with style and fun. Here are a range of options to suit almost anyone.
TOP 10 REASONS TO GO ORGANIC
Regardless of diet, organics are a smart priority. Opting for organics is one of the most powerful choices each of us can make for personal and planetary health. Free of harmful chemicals, boasting with more nutrition, taste, and sustainable sustenance, buying organically grown food is a direct vote for immediate health and the hopeful future of generations to come. 1. AVOID CHEMICALS
How to Relieve Stress With Exercise
There are many benefits of a good exercise routine beyond burning calories. The fact is, exercise is one of the best ways to relieve stress and anxiety. There is no single exercise that is the best for relieving stress because it depends on the individual. Some people decompress by doing cardiovascular workouts, like kickboxing or hot yoga, that get their heart rate going. Others do better with meditative exercise, such as hatha yoga or qigong, that lets them escape their worries. Some people prefer cross-training or other types of combination workouts because the diversity of activities keeps them from getting bored. Follow these guidelines to get on the path to a less stressful life.
Fun Things to Do With Children in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is an ideal place to vacation with children, because the weather is often pleasant and there are a million places–both natural and man-made–to visit. The only downside is traffic, and it is almost guaranteed that you will need to spend a good amount of time driving to get from sight to sight. Plan accordingly by visiting sights by neighborhood and avoiding driving during rush hour. Rather than pop back to the hotel at 3pm, take a lemonade break at shady cafe or go into a neighborhood library or bookstore for a spell. Remember to wear comfortable walking shoes and to stay hydrated while exploring this fascinating city.