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Here in Maine, Spring is a celebration of survival from the winter months. We have just spent 3 very challenging months buried in the snow. New life has begun or will begin soon. There is much to begin to consider, prepare, and accomplish in the upcoming seasons. Members to ListPlanIt will find the lists they […]
Anybody who has ever celebrated Easter or another variation of a spring holiday has probably participated in one of the following activities. Start now by planning your family’s fun for this upcoming weekend. Easter baskets prepared Easter parade in various cities OR have your own! Egg hunt Religious service/ceremony Easter dinner with family and friends […]
If you can decide on these basics, then finding the right recipes should be a snap. It helps to have a clear plan before you start to fill in the details. Brunch or lunch? Ham or lamb? Roasted or scalloped potatoes? Green beans or asparagus? Leafy green or fruit salad? Loaf of bread or dinner […]
Each family has a ritual that is special to every member. You might participate in certain rituals daily, weekly, monthly, or even yearly. For more information, check out my eHow article about How to Develop Family Rituals. Religious services/ceremonies Family dinnertime Reading at bedtime Holiday celebrations Chores Trips to the same spot every year Family […]
Think of it as an opportunity to get a bonus 24 hours! Don’t try to do everything in this list all in one day, however. You’ll end up wishing your bonus day had never existed. Just try to do one or two of these. Catch up with old friends by phone, email, or write a […]
The Internet is amazing, but overwhelming. This list of sites covers a wide array of interests, and each site listed can give you the information that you need without having to spend your valuable time searching and searching. Network for Good.org – An easy way to give to all of your favorite charities in one […]
You are tenacious.When you want something, you go get it. You were willing to travel halfway across the world with me – and I love how much you LOVED it! You still know how to make me laugh so hard my face hurts. You never stopped opening the car door for me when it is […]
Ask these questions over dinner on Valentine’s Day. Get your children involved as well for a fun way of family bonding. You may think you know their answers, but you may be surprised! What is your favorite book? What is your favorite movie? What is your favorite game? What is your favorite childhood memory? What […]
Candy hearts with messages on them aren’t just for kids, and sometimes they’re a fun way to express your feelings to your loved ones. If you’re feeling extra creative, you could make heart-shaped cookies and write these messages on them with frosting or pieces of candy! Traditional 1. Love You 2. Call Me 3. Dream […]
When planning your Valentine’s Day meal, whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner, be sure to include some of these pink and/or red foods to make the meal festive and delicious! Strawberry Yogurt Spaghetti Salmon with Red Peppers Salsa Bruschetta Cherry Jello Salad Strawberries Pink Lemonade Milk with drops of Red Food Coloring added Red […]
These movies will give you a good excuse to snuggle up on the couch with your significant other this Valentine’s Day (or any other night). Gone With the Wind (1939) An Affair to Remember (1957) Love Story (1970) An Officer and a Gentleman (1982) Dirty Dancing (1987) When Harry Met Sally (1989) Say Anything (1989) Pretty Woman (1990) […]
The best gifts usually are the simplest, and for moms on Valentine’s Day, the most thoughtful gifts are definitely simple. A little pampering, a little “me time,” a little trip to a restaurant – all these ideas will make this Valentine’s Day one the mom in your life will remember and appreciate. A dinner she […]
Here are some of the most common resolutions made each January. If you have one of these on your list, then be sure to create a plan as well. For example, if your resolution is to workout more often, then get out your calendar and mark each Tuesday and Thursday with the type of exercise […]