This summer, more than 82 percent of Americans will take a family trip, according to the annual summer travel study conducted by Gas Buddy. But while travel and vacation can be fun for kids, studies have found that family travel can be stressful and exhausting for parents. “Family travel and vacation doesn’t have to be a stressful experience,” says local DC mom and wellness expert Kristy Rodriguez, author of the newly published book Pure Nurture: A Holistic Guide To A Healthy Baby. Below … [Read more...]
Your Child’s Teacher May be Doing Right by Giving Students What They Want
Teachers and parents often fret about setting bad precedents. Don’t let a child stay up late to watch a much-anticipated football game, despite how a child may plead, because then you’ve established a precedent which will only yield more requests. Don’t permit the child to, “just this once,” bring her cell phone to her bedroom at night because she says she’s texting with classmates on a project. Teachers shouldn’t allow a student to make excuses for a missing homework assignment, or ever budge … [Read more...]
History Read: What Really Happened to Pluto
Pluto is a beloved celestial body that has been surrounded by controversy years after its discovery; so many people had issues about Pluto, some were supporting that Pluto was a planet while some were against it. Much debate was conducted to resolve the issue of whether Pluto is really a planet or not. A decision was made that garnered a lot of support and hate; which involved a lot of attention all around the world, even developing countries were baffled because like the Philippines, the solar … [Read more...]
Does “Happily Ever After” Really Exist?
A doctor tells a story of one Pakistani couple’s search for happiness while facing discrimination and tribulations. Many people dream of meeting someone and falling in love. But, what if the love was never meant to be? In “UPHILL,” by Zohra G. Salahuddin, M.D., readers find a story of young love in Karachi, Pakistan. The couple seems to be headed for unending happiness, until family expectations and tradition attempt to tear them apart. “This is a story about perseverance and hope, in the … [Read more...]
Eight Steps to Squash Struggle Forever – Be Outrageous: Do the Impossible
Almost everyone struggles with something, whether it's the kids going off to college, an unfulfilling job, divorce, looming retirement, or simply not having enough fun. All of these situations can lead to struggle, but what if it doesn't have to be that way? Jean Walters, author of the book Be Outrageous: Do the Impossible, believes that it is possible to face life head on, go through transitions, and actually become stronger and have more fun in the process. She offers numerous action … [Read more...]
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