Category Archives: Helpful Sites
Traveling Gluten Free
I love vacations. Taking a break, not worrying about the day to day stuff, just focusing on fun. Then comes meal times. For most families, it’s no big deal, but for those with allergies, meal times out of town become nightmares. At home, I know my local restaurants, I know what I can order and I know the chance I’m … Continue reading
Kids + Facebook = MinorMonitor
“Chronically Late”, that’s the new title I’m giving myself I’m always behind on posting, I never get to park days on time, it’s amazing that I get to soccer practice and ice skating before lessons begin. Let me also apologize for any typos in advance, carpal tunnel makes typing a little difficult. On to the tip I’ve been wanting to … Continue reading
The truth about Drowning
A friend of mine shared this link today (thanks Beth!) and I want to share it with you. When you imagine someone drowning, you picture a thrashing person calling for help. However, as I learned today, that is truly the case. A drowning person isn’t thrashing and isn’t calling for help. First, I want to point out this line by … Continue reading
Is your teen safe online?
Do you have teens in your home along with a computer? Then you MUST watch this episode of Frontline- Growing Up Online. After you watch it, I HIGHLY recommend rewatching it with your older kids. My 12 and 14 (almost 15) year olds watched it last night. Many Internet experts agree with the kids. “Everyone is panicking about sexual predators online. … Continue reading
Easy Ways to go Green
These days, “going green” can cost you a fortune. It’s enough to make any mom think it’s impossible. Well, fortunately, there are ways you can green your lifestyle on a budget! Swapping things with friends, or even strangers, and buying used are the top and least expensive ways you can go green. Young kids won’t notice the difference between a … Continue reading
Join Amazon Mom for discounts and free 2-day shipping!
[field name=amazoniframe] This is great for every mom! You’re basically getting Amazon Prime for free! Just answer a few questions about your family. You’ll get 30% off diapers and wipes, an extra 15% off subscribe and save items and the free shipping. The shipping deal is only for the first three months, but you can extend it (for free) by … Continue reading
Celiac Awareness Day
Today is Celiac Awareness Day. Take a moment today to learn more about Celiac and gluten intolerance. You might just find out that you are gluten intolerant. Do you feel yucky after that pasta dinner? Foggy headed, and exhausted much of the time? These things and more can point to a gluten intolerance. Celiac or gluten intolerance can begin at … Continue reading
The Dangers of Radon
After two reports from friends in a neighboring county about radon, I decided research it and then test my own home. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Radon is a radio-active gas that you can not see, smell or taste. Radon comes from the natural breakdown of uranium. It is a single atom gas that can penetrate … Continue reading
Sell More with Pretty Posts?
I recently ran across this site and decided to give it a try. I’ve been trying to sell an all terrain stroller for quite awhile on Craigslist. I’ve lowered the price several times. I’ve gotten several people interested, but no one follows through with the pick up. Irritating. Pretty Posts provides layouts for Craigslists, Ebay and other classified ads networks. … Continue reading
Great Site for Free Education
Here’s one for the homeschoolers! I know the homeschool budget is always small. Anything free that we can use for education is a great find. I recently ran across this site and I wanted to share it. FreelyEducate.com started as a Yahoo Group and grew to a full blown blog in just over 2 years. You’ll find links to free … Continue reading