As fun as life can be, there is always downtime, and this downtime, unsurprisingly, can be tedious. It doesn't matter whether you're stuck inside because of the weather, illness, or other reasons, it's still not fun for anybody. Even if you've been begging for a day off, it doesn't take long for the boredom to get to you, so you need something to keep you busy. Often, you feel like there is nothing to do to keep you busy, and this only worsens the situation. This isn't the case, though. You … [Read more...]
Six Tips to Celebrate #EarthDay In Your Own Backyard
The 50th anniversary of Earth Day is on April 22, but anyone can start celebrating today right in their very own backyard with tips from the TurfMutt Foundation and reap the health and de-stressing benefits of spending time in green space. “You don’t need to leave home to celebrate Earth Day. Remember, nature starts at your back door,” says Kris Kiser, President of the TurfMutt Foundation. “Get outside, mow your lawn, trim bushes, plant a butterfly bush. By becoming a steward of … [Read more...]
8 Easy Home #Art Projects for Kids During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Art is a great way to help kids express themselves, get their energy out, and have fun, all at the same time. Having some easy-to-do art projects on hand and ready to go is a great way to help your kids relieve stress and take control of a small part of their lives. Here are some fun art projects for kids at home. If you need to order supplies, here is a quick list of suggestions. 1. Virtual Vacation Destination: Imagine somewhere you’d like to go. It can be anywhere; the ocean, under the … [Read more...]
Bringing Your #Family Together As One Team
Building a family of your own can be such a rewarding experience, but it’s also full of stress and upset too. There are just as many ups as there are downs on a parenting journey, but this is part of your experience and has to be harnessed to pull your family closer together. With smartphones driving a wedge in between the youth of today and the rest of the world, it’s becoming even harder to see eye to eye with your kids and actually find the opportunity to spend some quality time with … [Read more...]
On a Long Trip? Here’s How to Keep Yourself Occupied
The problem with traveling is getting there. Your destination may be far away and you might find yourself with some extra time on your hands. You could get bored and wouldn’t know what to do with it. Fantasizing about having a great time at your destination might keep you occupied for a few minutes but that isn’t going to cut it. So to keep things interesting and fun you could do some stuff that will help you pass the time better. A Gaming Session Makes Time Fly If you’re a gamer and … [Read more...]