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Prioritizing Resources

I have been getting a big life lesson this week about how much we really need. It is time to shift the focus from what we think we need to be comfortable to what we really need, prioritizing the resources. I’m hoping that the end result will be a more peaceful and centered life, and a big push toward financial freedom. While I try to practice de-cluttering for an ongoing basis, something major shifted to the point where I could let a lot more go. I started following advice from organizing guru Peter Walsh, and as I could see improvement … Continue reading →

Just Released: Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids by Dr. Laura Markham

      November 28, 2012 was a great day for parents of toddlers. In fact, it was a great day for parents of all children. On November 28, 2012, Dr. Laura Markham’s first book, “Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids : How to Stop Yelling and Start Connecting” was released. If you are already familiar with Dr. Laura Markham through her web site, Aha Parenting, then you know just how wonderful this news is. I can not remember how I first came across the Aha Parenting web site, but I can say that I visit it regularly, especially when I am … Continue reading →

What does your surname mean?

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What’s in a name? Every name means something. Most people seek out information about the meaning of names when they are looking for the perfect name for a baby that is on the way. Surnames, or last names, also have their own meanings. What do the surnames in your family mean? One of the things that makes genealogy fun and interesting is learning about the meanings behind some of the names. Sometimes you find out that a certain first name has been handed down through several generations. It can be both entertaining and enlightening to learn what your last name … Continue reading →