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Taking Time for Me

Reflection The year 2020 is one for the record books.  It will be remembered for many things, but the two that come to my mind are political scandals and Covid-19, coronavirus.  It is hard for me to believe that we are in the 2nd month of the year of 2021 and many of us are […]

Hate to Cook

I Hate to Cook Yes, I hate to cook. When you are in the sandwich generation, taking care of your elderly parents and your own family, planning daily meals can be taxing.  I have picky eaters in my home, my 94 years old mother, and my 3-year-old granddaughter.  My granddaughter doesn’t like most vegetables and […]

Fitness Tracking

Many people set personal goals with little more than a passing thought, it’s important that you choose a method of measuring your progress that will help keep you focused.   Fitness Tracking is a way to help you maintain focus on achieving your health goal. Fitness Tracking using a Regular Scale vs a Smart Scale So […]

Great gear

Nothing enhances a workout better than great gear. It needs to be comfortable, fashionable, affordable, breathable, and absorb moisture. GymWrap head wraps are all of the above. GymWraps are worn by women and men, professional athletes, and workout enthusiasts. Many women will forgo a workout to protect their hairstyle. We do spend a great deal […]

3 Tips to Help Your Teen Apply to College

The Three most important tips to help your senior apply to college: What’s the Deadline? Colleges have different admission deadlines. Generally, you will find the admission application dates are from November 1 of the student’s Senior Year to January 15 of the following year. Some schools have rolling admissions, meaning students can apply any time. […]

Planning for the Sandwich Generation

Planning for the Sandwich Generation:  Do You Have a Plan? Planning for the Sandwich Generation is key.  The definition of planning is the process of thinking about the activities required to achieve a desired goal.  It is believed that in order to be successful, you need a good plan.  Planning for the Sandwich Generation includes […]

Pamper yourself

You have to pamper yourself. At least once a week, when the grandchildren are sleeping, I take time to unwind with a relaxing bath.  I gather together all of my favorite spa products, run a tub of hot water, and soak for 45 minutes to an hour.  I love to use epsom salt because of […]

Examples of Selfcare

  Listening to Music for Self Care We think it helpful to provide examples of self care.  Self care is key to good health. One way to improve your over all health is to reduce stress.  Research has proven that listening to music improves mood, helps regulate emotions, and helps to create happiness and relaxation. […]

Helping the Elderly Avoid Probate

Each state’s laws regarding probate are different.  However, most would agree that it is generally best to avoid probate.  Probate is a court process that occurs when someone passes away.  It changes ownership of assets held by the now deceased person to a designated person.  The probate court is responsible for making sure that  necessary […]

Alexa and Caring for Elderly Parents

  Caring for Elderly Parents I moved my 94-year-old mother to my home to recover from a surgical procedure. It’s been two years, and she has finally come to terms that she can no longer live alone in her home. My home has three levels and my totally blind mother can not maneuver the stairs […]