Benefits and Risks of Kids Running...

Medical experts agree that children who are active are healthier than those who are sedentary. Many school systems no longer have the same amount of time for Physical Education and recess, but this doesn’t mean your child can’t be active at home. Some adults choose to run to keep active. With kids, there are benefits and risks of running if that’s what they choose to do. Adults who run are usually very...

Miniature Golf Fun for the Whole Family...

Families these days seem to be drifting apart at an alarming rate. Parents often work overtime or have more than one job just to make ends meet. Children and teens are involved in a myriad of activities which keep the family running hither and yon. Why not plan a weekend of miniature golf? It’s fun for the whole family. Miniature golf, or putt-putt, was very popular in the past and seems to have fallen by the wayside....

Natural Alternatives to Sweeten Your Food and Your...

With all of the health problems that arise from sugar and sugar alternatives, it is no wonder that many people are taking to natural sweeteners in their food. Using natural sweeteners such as honey, figs, apple juice and others helps to avoid chemicals that may be used in sugar and sugar alternatives. A list is provided below of some natural alternatives to use in replacement of a sugar product. Honey is one of the widest...

Summer Vacation Travel Ideas for Families...

Every year many families hit the road or plane for a fun vacation. Instead of choosing traditional places, try one of these summer vacation travel ideas for families. One beach you might want to visit is Galveston, Texas. You also may want to consider any beach north of Virginia Beach as college students prefer to congregate in specific areas. It’s not necessary to travel to an ocean to enjoy the beach. Many lakes also...

Mom, Do You Want More Me Time?...

By Aurelia Williams, author of Journey to Joy Let’s see. You did the laundry, dropped the boys off at Karate and the girls at dance class, stopped at the grocery store for a few last minute dinner items…What’s missing? As you were taking care of everyone else all day long, did you remember to take care of yourself? I know it can be hard to carve out space for you, since being a mom is a full time job, but...

Healthy Foods for Better Learning...

The old saying ‘you are what you eat’ may be more correct than most people think. Some foods have been considered to be brain foods while others are considered to be junk. Now you can choose healthy foods for better learning. One of the things to remember when it comes to education and nutrition is the importance of eating breakfast. Research has been conducted for many years and the results continue to show how...

Tips to Teach Kids How Not to Be Selfish...

Parents have a tough job. They have to provide physically and emotionally for the child, teach them right from wrong, and train them to be productive citizens. Since selfishness isn’t a character trait most people approve of, you may be looking for ways of teaching kids not to be selfish. The best way to avoid having selfish children is to model selflessness. Be willing to serve others and do so both when and where your...

Fun Independence Day Games...

Independence Day will be here before you know it, and your children may be looking for fun Independence Day games to play. Your children may not have any ideas of their own. If this is the case, you may want to give them some of these suggestions. Flag Relay One activity your children may like to try is a flag relay. Here’s how to play the game: Gather together a number of small American flags, enough for each person...