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Summer of Fun, Sun, & Giving Back!
School is almost out, kids can’t wait to enjoy their summer vacation, and it’s time for parents to figure out how to keep them entertained! It is great to encourage our children to be outdoors and active all year ‘round, but during the summer months especially when the sun is shining and the days are [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 2 so far )Our veterans deserve our thanks and support
According to MilitaryReporter.Net, the United States is home to more than 22 million veterans. This Memorial Day show your support, not only for our military currently fighting overseas and those that gave their lives, but also for our veterans at home as well. Their changing needs Nearly one in all 10 veterans has served in [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )A Gift from the Heart
Mother’s Day is a time when we look at the mothers in our life, appreciate all that they do for us, and try to give something back to them. Turning 30 this year made me realize I have been giving funny little gifts to my mother and grandmother over the years. Not only is it [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )For me, for you – One action at a time for our planet
April 22 is Earth Day—a great time to think about our impact on the planet. I find myself considering what I already do to help, and trying to figure out what else I can do. The Bay Area has great recycling and compost programs. I already recycle paper goods, plastic, metal and glass. Green waste [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Has your life been touched by autism?
Five years ago, I earned my teaching credential in mathematics. I remember being surprised and upset by the number of students that needed some sort of modified learning plan for their abilities. It struck me how unprepared schools were to deal with that and how unaware staff was of modified plans in students files. I [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 3 so far )Give now to help Japan’s survivors
Living on the West Coast where earthquakes are a normal part of growing up, I imagine what it would be like if the disaster that struck Japan happened here. What if I was separated from my family and had no way to know what’s going on, no way to communicate, and was alone and lost? [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Good food, good health, good life
March is National Nutrition Month, a perfect time to talk about eating right and staying active for a lifetime of good health. Growing up doing ballet, I often worried about my weight affecting my dancing career. Ballet involves plenty of physical exercise, but, like most teens, I struggled with choosing healthy foods. With the pressure [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )Don’t miss out on a full year of deductions!
Our Director of Programs was born on January 1st and her father always teased her that they missed an entire year of tax deductions. When my daughter was born, my uncle congratulated me on my “beautiful bundle of tax deductions.” Loving humor aside, I want to make sure I don’t miss out on any opportunities—including [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Last minute holiday gifts? No problem…
It’s the last few days before the Christmas holiday and I’m in countdown mode. Given the traffic, craziness in grocery store and mall parking lots, I know I’m not alone. How does the holiday always seem to sneak up on us? What I really want this Christmas is to make time stop and enjoy the [...]
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