As a kid I went to a lot of different religious churches/temples/places of worship. We attended a Methodist church for a good portion of my childhood/teen years. And every year our church youth group made Chinese chicken salad to sell…
More Safety Tips to Be Aware Of
So the other day my elderly parents were robbed while on the way home from the store. I’m not sure if you’ve heard of this “car accident” scheme but let me attest that it is in fact very real. Basically…
Here’s What To Say To A Cancer Survivor
I’m a young cancer survivor. And most people honestly don’t know what to say to me when they learn of my experience. Admittedly, it’s awkward. And with my background in social work/Psychology, I probably have more empathy than most. Here’s…
Kid & Parent Review of the “Best Tuna Casserole”
I found this recipe randomly. And I decided I should include this review of the “Best Tuna Casserole” that I found on the internet. The other day we came home from a weeklong visit to my parents’ house. And I…
5 Benefits of Massage for Children
I remember a friend in high school told me how much she loved head massages. Because they reminded her of how her parents would put her to sleep as a child. Also, I have memories of my own. My grandfather’s…
How Meal Planning Makes Life Easier
I hosted a small gathering recently. And my mom chastised me for not writing the menu I was planning to serve. “But it’s all in my head” I thought proudly. In the end, my mom was right. Writing out what…