Five years ago my husband Walter, a devoted father and legendary Chicago Bears running back, succumbed to cancer. Not a day goes by that I don’t miss him. But since his passing, I’ve realized there are many ways to embrace life before and after the unthinkable happens. Preparing for death is not something we’re instinctively ready to do, but the…
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Family Ski Vacation
Whether your family lifestyle is a little extreme, or more serene, a family ski vacation is a great way to have fun and bond with your kids. Family ski vacations can be as wild or as subdued as you like, and with options available for all budgets, it’s easy to plan a winter getaway for your clan. Once you’ve all…
Tips For Encouraging Family Wellness
Movie stars, athletes, media, peers – children have the potential to be influenced by many outside factors. However, studies have found that parents have more potential to influence their children’s behavior than anyone else, especially in regards to eating and physical activity. Recent reports indicate that childhood obesity is continuing to rise. As a result, parents are looking for creative…
Shriners Oldest Poster Boy
Although comedian and actor Pat Morita has passed away, his influence on Shriners Hospitals for Children will continue to live on. Morita, perhaps best known for his role of Mr. Miyagi in “The Karate Kid” movies, was an active supporter of Shriners Hospitals throughout his life. Now his family has established the “Pat Morita Memorial Fund” of SHC in his…
Family Fun Aboard A Cruise Ship
Are you and your family interested in taking a vacation this year? If so, you are not alone. Each year a large percentage of American families make the decision to have a summer vacation. Popular vacation destinations include amusement parks, beaches, and campgrounds. But, did you know that you can also have your next family vacation aboard a cruise ship?…
Keeping Beauty On Mom S To Do List
Apparently, there’s no “me” in “mommy.” A recent survey revealed that the seemingly never-ending demands of family, work and household duties often cause moms to neglect their own beauty routines. In fact, some might say this selflessness is reaching surprising proportions. The survey found that 75 percent of moms have skipped their own showers to take care of their children’s…
Cocaine Abuse What Can Be Done
Cocaine abuse has become the most abused major stimulant in the USA and statistics show that emergency room visits for it are increasing. Cocaine abuse has been around for as long as anyone can remember. Derived from the “innocent” cocoa plant, it is considered the “champagne” of drugs, one of its street names. There is an array of street names…
Family Friendly Spring Break Tips
You want to take the family on a nice vacation in the Spring but you don’t want Junior to learn what “chug, chug, chug, chug” means yet. You want to have a nice “family” vacation without getting caught up in the “Girls Gone Wild” atmosphere that traditionally surrounds Spring Break. Here are some tips. Try to take your vacation when…
Does She Already Have A Child Deal With It
You should give unconditional love without any expectation. When you love somebody unconditionally, you are ready to do anything for that person, surely, if she returns your feelings. However, what happens if your loved one has already a child? This should not be a problem for you if you are sure that this relationship is what you want and you…
How Much Life Insurance Do You Need
Life Insurance Needs Analysis is an important step for your financial planning. Even if you sit down with a professional financial planner or insurance agent, you should have some idea of what factors are used to calculate your suggested death benefits. I find that the more informed that consumers are, the more they were satisfied with their purchase decisions. It…