Today is my birthday, and I’m thinking about the teen life lessons I wish I understood so many years ago. There is one, in particular, I’m determined to give my teenagers. One of the most important teen life lessons is the idea that teens not only CAN contribute to the greater good of our world […]
3 Ways to Teach Kindness and Inspire Kids to Do Good
All parents want to teach kindness to our kids, right? We want them to grow up to be empathetic, good, honest, upstanding citizens. However, that doesn’t just happen. They don’t automatically lean towards kindness. We can help them though. I have made a concrete goal of doing things to teach kindness to my four kids. […]
Stride Rite Labor Day Sale and Partnering with Soles4Souls
Looking for a Labor Day sale to help reduce some of your back to school debt? I’m with you! It is amazing how much notebooks, Kleenex, and pencils add up to when you are buying them for four kids! And then add in clothes and shoes and my wallet definitely feels the pinch. But Stride […]
#GivingTuesday and St. Jude
#GivingTuesday was created to unite everyone in a day of generosity, to make a difference in any way we choose at the start of this busy holiday season. How can you join the movement? Give the perfect gift that helps children who need so much this holiday season. Consider giving a St. Jude Gift of […]
Support Veteran’s Day with “Heat for Heroes” Campaign
Today is Veteran’s Day. It is the day to honor those who have served, continue to serve, as well as those who support those who serve. I know I am forever indebted to these honorable men and women, for they have the courage to do the things necessary to protect our country. Many veterans need […]