More Cheer, Less Holiday Stress!

More Cheer, Less Holiday Stress!

Your Holiday Commandments by Christa Melnyk Hines Want to experience a more joyful holiday season this year that does not leave you depleted, miserable and broke? Here are ways to shift your perspective and take command of this “hap-happiest” time of the year! Thou...

The Grandparent Connection

The important role grandparents play in our lives, and a look at grandparents raising grandchildren during these turbulent times By Michelle Talsma Everson   More than six months into the COVID-19 pandemic and the “new normal,” at least to me, still doesn’t seem...

Cope with School Year Stress

A Back-to-School Essential: A Deep Breath By: Elaine Vallario Each year, we make a checklist for the upcoming school year. This year is no different, only you should add one more item under the 12-pack of number two pencils – a self-care strategy for yourself. Take in...

Fire Safety: Make A Family Plan

  By Christa Melnyk Hines Plan ahead to protect your family should disaster strike. When it comes to home disasters, children are most likely to experience a fire. Preparedness and planning saves lives, but nearly three-quarters of Americans have never developed...