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Coming up with Some Household Policies

Of course we cannot run our households like businesses…or can we? Are there some basic business practices that can be adjusted to fit the average single parent household? One area where I think it can be helpful is to have some basic household “policies.” How will you handle extra-curricular expenses? What will be your stance on “sick days” from school? How will your family deal with chores or behavior infractions? Instead of thinking in terms of set rules, it might be helpful to develop family policies to guide you in overseeing your family. To share an example, our family “sick … Continue reading →

Spirituality in Marriage

Spirituality is more than just a word. It’s more than just a simple definition. We all see spirituality differently. We see spirituality as a form of holiness. For some of us that means we need to have a Rabbi, a Priest, a Minister, an Imam or other who represents the spiritual side of life for us. Spirituality is not about religion, it’s about experience, it’s about faith, and it’s about being true to yourself and to your beliefs. So, to make it clear, I am not talking about religion or religious beliefs. I am not talking about going to Church … Continue reading →

Magazine Submissions: Tips, Jokes, & Fillers

Writing for magazines can be lucrative and rewarding. For the beginner it may seem somewhat intimidating to submit to big publications. If so, consider getting your feet wet with tips, jokes, short stories, and other fillers. Even if you are an experienced and prolific writer, submitting shorts and fillers is a great way to make some extra cash. As always, you need to consult the guidelines and submit only the type of content requested. Submit it as directed and make sure you send it to the appropriate editor. It is also a good idea to review several copies of the … Continue reading →

Rules Every Marriage Should Embrace

When it comes to making your marriage successful, what works for your neighbor may not work for you. But the following rules are good guidelines for successful relationships. Whether you are in your first year or your tenth or your twentieth year of marriage, these are the tools that can help you rekindle trust, commitment and success into your daily married life. Great sex is not about sexual skill, but about emotional intimacy and the ability to share the deepest parts of yourself with trust with your partner Your childhood affects your marriage because your childhood affects how you can … Continue reading →

Your Yard: Trampoline Safety

A trampoline can provide hours of fun and great exercise for every member of the family. Jumping on a trampoline is an entertaining way to get the benefits of an aerobic workout. While it is a great form of entertainment and exercise it can also be dangerous if misused. It is important to follow the guidelines regarding how many people may use the trampoline at one time. It is not only important because of weight limits, but also because injury is more likely when more people are jumping around. In fact, it is best to allow only one person at … Continue reading →

Home Business: Freelance Writing Tips

Starting a home business as a freelance writer can be very rewarding. You don’t really have much overhead, and you can work as an independent contractor in most cases. There are however, challenges that you should be aware of, including rejections. Rejections are nothing to get upset over; even best selling authors have endured their share. It can be very frustrating, but you have to avoid taking rejection personally. It may not have anything to do with the quality of your writing; it may simply be the fact that the publication to which you submitted cannot currently use your work. … Continue reading →