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Daily writing prompt
If you could make your pet understand one thing, what would it be?

Popular old games for children

Children are often found on electronic devices now and don’t really get much opportunity to play outside. When I was growing up, many of the children in my neighborhood would play together and they learned social skills this way. Many different games were played in the neighborhood that did not require much time or money…

Parenting

When people become parents, they may raise their children differently than others. Some parents may be strict with their children and their time. Other parents may be into the gentle parenting style and want their children to be sensitive individuals. We all have our preferences for the way that we parent our children. Some parents…

Television Shows

What has happened to our culture and shows that are offered on tv now ? When I was growing up we had shows such as the Brady Bunch, Waltons and Little House on the Prairie. These shows taught lessons to kids and allowed children to learn about family. I don’t really see any of these…

Mothers often don’t find the time to do things for themselves. A nice cup of tea, a warm bath, a phone call to a friend, baking your favorite recipe, reading a good book. We need to be able to find the time in our days to relax, unwind and refill our tanks. Often times as parents we do not find the time to do the things we enjoy doing to taking care of our family. If we want to have enough energy to give back to our families, we also need to refill our tanks. Often times stay at home moms especially don’t receive much appreciation for all the things that they do. We are the ones taking the kids to appointments, activities, budgeting groceries, keeping the house clean and scheduling all the family events and birthday parties. All women whether working in or outside the home such take the time to refresh themselves. It could be something as simple as getting your nails done, going for a walk in nature, reading your favorite book or enjoying time with a friend. In this world where it is a badge of courage to be doing more and producing more, we need to refresh our souls.

What will you do today to refresh yourself? It is so important to fill up your tank so that you can give back to others.

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