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- Create A Printable 2013 Calendar - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2012 from Shane MartinIf you go into any house in the country, then the chances are that in one of the rooms – attached to the fridges, say or propped up on a desk - there will be a photo calendar which everyone can consult to keep track of important dates. The reason isn’t difficult to ascertain; putting all of the ...
Views: 1735 - Keep Your Memories Safe Forever In Personalised Photo Albums - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2012 from Albelli AlbumprinterTaking a photograph is only the start of the adventure when you’re using digital technology. The range and variety of things which can be done with the images once they’ve been captured is dazzling from small scale novelty items such as key rings to larger luxury objects like bespoke one off ...
Views: 2420 - How to Develop Intrinsic Motivation - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2012 from Elisa FerriggiUnderstanding reinforcement is an important part of life, we use it many areas - for example we go to work for job satisfaction and a paycheck! We exercise for better health and bodies. It is important that children understand this concept in early childhood and this can help them be invested ...
Views: 2910 - Creating Online Photo Books Has Never Been Easier - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2012 from Albelli AlbumprinterPhoto books are often bought from books shops and given as gifts and this is because of the sense of excellence and luxury which they evoke. The thick, rich paper, glossy, high color images and luxury binding all combine to produce an aura of timeless style and class. If you pick up the photo ...
Views: 1546 - Cheap Canvas Prints No Longer Need To Be A Compromise - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2012 from Shane MartinChoosing the art to put up on the walls of your home, or to give as a gift, is a tricky business because, ideally, you want to be able to find something which will look as good in ten years time as it does the day you first hang it up. Until now, cheap canvas prints have tended to represent a ...
Views: 1417 - Tips for choosing an approach that feels right for you... - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2012 from Elisa FerriggiWith so many therapies, approaches and treatments out there to help deal with autism, it can be difficult to decide which will be the best fit for what you need and want to focus on for your own circumstances. Here are 5 important aspects to think about to make this difficult decision a no ...
Views: 977 - Don’t Settle For Run Of the Mill Photo Calendars - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2012 from Albelli AlbumprinterUsing a calendar to organize your life and keep track of the many appointments you have to keep is an obvious thing to do. What’s not quite so obvious, however, is choosing to create personalized calendars, meaning that every time you go to check a date, you’ll also get to look at a favorite ...
Views: 1762 - Let Technology Take Your Photo Albums Into The Next Century - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2012 from Albelli AlbumprinterOnce you’ve managed to build up a sizable collection of photographs, it’s only natural that you’ll want to find somewhere safe and easily accessible to store them. The modern answer to doing this, one which takes full advantage of the latest technology available, is to create personalized photo ...
Views: 1728 - Personal Greeting Cards Show Just How Much You Care - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Albelli AlbumprinterIn an age of multimedia mass communication, taking the time to send a card is something which, in itself, shows just how much you care. More than a text, tweet or email, it will demonstrate the time and trouble you’ve been willing to go to. Personalized photo greeting cards take this effect and ...
Views: 1889 - Baby Momma vs. Child's Mother - Which Are You? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from Tamika LanelleBeing a single parent is hard work, especially if you are trying to be a good parent. I myself did not set out to be a single parent. I had every intention on being married before I had any children, but I put the cart be for the horse and here I am. I love my child to pieces and will do ...
Views: 8692 - Setting Boundaries With Your Adult Children: Five Signs You Are Enabling Your Adult Child - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2012 from Karla DowningAre you wondering if you are enabling your adult child? These five signs will help you to determine whether or not you are helping or hurting. "Enabling" means that your action allows someone to continue to do something they otherwise couldn't do without it. It is also doing something for others ...
Views: 2657 - How Do I Choose an Attorney That Has My Interests in Mind? - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2012 from Jack KlemeyerHOW DO I CHOOSE AN ATTORNEY THAT HAS MY INTERESTS IN MIND Ask family and friends, review the local yellow pages and research on the internet for names of attorneys who practice in family law. Family law involves divorce, dissolution and legal separation. Write down for yourself what your ...
Views: 813 - He's Not Homesick But His Mom Is - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2012 from Dana McIntyreIt’s been a month since my son, Matthew left for college. I had promised myself that I wouldn’t be a basket case and would not need a prescription for Xanax or several bottles of wine, although I purchased a few just in case. All summer I knew this day was coming but boy, it sure showed up ...
Views: 1658(2 votes) - He's Taking My Heart With Him - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2012 from Dana McIntyreIs this really happening? I found myself standing in my son’s room today. Not in a creepy watching-him-as-he’s-sleeping kind of way. Just standing there, looking around at all of his posters tacked to the walls. I see the “Captain” stripes on his letter jacket gently strewn across the chair. ...
Views: 1934(2 votes) - Where Did YOU Get Lost? - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Teri GoetzLet's face it. As women we give. We do (a lot), we feel, we work, we play (though not enough play!). Do you get tired from so much giving? What I see happening very often with some of my clients is that they get tired, and they feel taken advantage of. But they also get pissed. All these ...
Views: 1803 - Girl Birthday Party Ideas to Pamper Your Little Princess - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2012 from Lisa RaygborGirls love to be pampered and a birthday party that is meant to give them special treatment will be a dream come true for them.Host a party that will make your daughter feel on the top of the world along with delighting her guests. The best way to do this is to choose a theme that will give you ...
Views: 1324 - Enjoy Your Own Personalised Canvas Prints - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from Shane MartinMaking a work of art of a high enough quality to put it up on the wall of your home, or give it as a gift to a friend or loved one, is something which only the most artistically talented people would truly feel comfortable attempting. After all, although a hand crafted gift will always touch the ...
Views: 1616 - The Benefits Of Family Workouts - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Jonathan washingtonThe benefits of family workouts are definitely many. The world has changed a lot and most of the time nowadays is spent, by parents, at work in search of better life and greener pastures. They however come to realize it very late at a point where nothing can bring them back together with their ...
Views: 1430 - Read my novel in serial form, "Women Outside the Walls" (part 6) - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2012 from Trisha Sugarek…….Cassandra poured the hot steaming coffee into them and, carrying both mugs, walked to the dinette in the corner. “Come over here and sit.” She instructed Alma. Sighing, Alma got slowly to her feet. She walked over and slouched into one of the kitchen chairs. “Ya want some milk for your ...
Views: 1279 - Divine Feminine Grandma - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2012 from Maureen Brennan MercierDivine Feminine Grandma has the nurturing, patient, unconditional love energy of the Divine Mother. It is a deep, abiding love that knows no limitations serving as a foundation of trust, strength and endurance. In many ancient cultures the Divine Feminine Grandma raised the children, not the ...
Views: 1738 - How to Calculate Your Massachusetts Child Support - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2012 from Edward L AmaralUnder Massachusetts law, parents who are divorced or separated must continue to support their children. In Massachusetts, a parent’s child support obligation is calculated based upon the Child Support Guidelines. The Child Support Guidelines are a set of rules that dictate how to calculate a ...
Views: 1904 - The Irrational, BUT Real Fears of Mothers - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2012 from Trisha SavoiaAs mothers we often wonder if we are alone in the worries we have about our children. Through talking to many moms, what I have found is that it seems to be a common thread that runs through the veins of virtually all mothers. Out of the blue we are struck with a horrid visual of something ...
Views: 926 - Showcase Your Favourite Images In Personalised Photo Books - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2012 from Albelli AlbumprinterPrinting and producing your own photo books was once something which only professionals were able to do. The equipment and materials required put it far out of the range of even the most gifted amateur photographer, but this is a situation which has been revolutionized by the onset of digital ...
Views: 1961 - ***The Enormous Economic Advantages of Marriage - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2012 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. We have found in our 30+ years of research on successful marriage around the world that being married has huge economic advantages. Doubters have challenged us to “prove it!” The latest proof is in the just released special report by the Heritage ...
Views: 2766(21 votes) - ***Expert Q&A: Remarrying Your Ex - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2012 from Dr. LeslieBeth (LB) WishQ: Should I remarry my ex? A: We all like second chances in life. Rarely do we get them. Remarrying your ex is one of the few opportunities for a "do-over." There are no divorce statistics for people who re-marry their ex. However, the divorce rate for all second marriages is about sixty ...
Views: 5932 - Become An Artist With Your Own Unique Canvas Prints - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2012 from Albelli AlbumprinterIn recent years it has become incredibly popular to decorate the walls of your home with canvas photo prints. The reasons for this range from the price to the ease of availability, but the latest innovations in digital technology have added originality to that list of features. It is easy to ...
Views: 2242 - Create Photo Calendars You’ll Enjoy Looking At - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2012 from Albelli AlbumprinterUsing a photo calendar to keep track of the many appointments and important dates which are part of a busy life is the natural choice to make. The extremely low tech nature of such a calendar makes it simple to use and more or less fool proof in operation. If you want to have something which ...
Views: 1930 - Discover How Easy It Is To Create Your Own Greeting Card - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2012 from Shane MartinFinding just the right greeting cards to send to people can often be fairly tricky. Not only do you have to track down one which is suited to the occasion or event, but you also need to find an image which captures the feeling you have about the recipient. The number of occasions on which ...
Views: 1395 - What are Midlife Crisis for Women and How to Deal with them? - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2012 from Raewyn HamiltonWe tend to overlook the fact that, up until forty or fifty years ago, women stayed at home and looked after the children but since then a generation of women have entered the workforce which has given them unprecedented choices and very few models for guidance. These women have now reached ...
Views: 1246 - Read my novel in serial form, "Women Outside the Walls" (part 4) - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2012 from Trisha SugarekChapter 2 Alma and Chelsea Red lipstick half way to her mouth, Alma watched the drama at the front counter. Her daughter, Chelsea, elbowed her. “She’s a virgin, huh Alma?” whispered Chelsea. A teenager, wise beyond her fifteen years, Chelsea was a pretty ...
Views: 1297 - Cheap Alloy Wheel Refurbishing From Diamond Alloys - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from Diamond AlloysDiamond Alloys prides itself on refurbishing alloy wheels to a high specification, at a price point pitched at the average consumer. Convenience, quality and affordability are the watchwords of Diamond Alloys, who operate a 24 hour turnaround, a collection and delivery service and total ...
Views: 1116 - Create Bespoke Online Photo Books - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from Albelli AlbumprinterIf you take a look at the photo books for sale on the shelves of any high street book shop, the first thing you’ll notice is the sheer quality of every aspect. The paper used, the printing techniques and the way the book is put together are all of the very highest possible quality. The ...
Views: 1816 - Dr. Romance Video: Guidelines for Co-Parenting after Divorce - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2012 from Tina Tessina(To view video, click here.) No matter how angry or hurt you may be after a divorce, if you have children, you’ll still share a lifetime with their other parent, your ex. Dr. Romance offers guidelines for moving past the anger and hurt, and finding a way to co-parent your children that is ...
Views: 2376 - Choose Unique Gifts From A Digital Christmas Shop - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2012 from Albelli AlbumprinterChoosing and giving gifts at Christmas time is undoubtedly a massive pleasure, especially when you can see that you’ve made choices your friends and loved ones are delighted with. Despite this, however, it has to be admitted that the actual process of tracking down just the right gifts can be ...
Views: 1900 - The Reasons For Using Dog Poop Bags - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2012 from Kay RingelstetterDo you know the reasons for using dog poop bags to pick up our dog's waste? Well, actually there are many good reasons. Some we are well aware of, and some maybe not. 1) Common courtesy to our neighbors. How often have you stepped in dog poop and tracked it into your home or into your ...
Views: 1726 - Choosing a Corporate Business Travel Agency - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2012 from Jessica BloxA wise man has said, “Not all those who wander are lost.” Definitely, traveling has an intrinsic spiritual and intellectual value. It connects us to different cultures, broadens our horizon, expands our mind and makes us a more tolerant species. For all travelers, who want to experience the ...
Views: 2181(2 votes) - Enhance Your Message With Personalised Greeting Cards - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2012 from Albelli AlbumprinterIf you want to select from the selection of photo greeting cards available in high street stationers and newsagents, then the chances are that you may find yourself somewhat frustrated by the choice. Finding an image which perfectly matches the occasion and your personality as well as that of ...
Views: 1821 - Are you trying to Live up to Other People's Expectations? - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2012 from Christine SherborneLet me ask you this “What is the Real Price of Caring What Others Think?” How many people are in trouble right now because they took on a huge mortgage that they could barely afford?Others bought a bigger car, an extra car or maybe staged an expensive wedding?They have closets full of ...
Views: 5178(1 vote) - Removing a Tick From Your Dog to Prevent Lyme Disease - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2012 from Kay RingelstetterKnowing all about Lyme Disease in your dog and its ramifications, it is important to know how to remove a tick from your dog. Ticks are the carriers of Lyme Disease. Dogs are highly susceptible to Lyme Disease and without proper treatment they can suffer devastating effects to their health. ...
Views: 1170 - Political Differences in a Family - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2012 from Diana Weiss-WisdomPolitical Differences in A Family Dear Dr. Diana, The dreaded political season is here. I put it that way because my husband and I get along well for the most part until politics are involved. It’s amazing that two people with such different opinions get on as well as we do. But things ...
Views: 1816(1 vote) - Succeeding in Marriage as a Young Couple - Shedding the Dysfunctional Family Model - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from Edward LewellenYears ago, there was an anachronism coined, DINKS. It stood for married couples that had Duel Income, No Kids. As the result of my search on the Internet came up with little related to the term, other than finance-related websites, I assume the term has gone mostly out of style. Much of the ...
Views: 2566 - Siblings of Troubled Children - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2012 from Kate CarltonA parent has an obligation to take care of their children to the best of their ability. No one gets perfect children, and there is always one that is more difficult than the others. That child generally requires more attention than the “well” child. Unfortunately, I have met many of those ...
Views: 1493 - Divorcing the Family - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2012 from Kate CarltonMy nephew got married this weekend. Or should I say my ex-nephew? When you get divorced do you lose all the people who were your family for over 20 years? My husbands older sister was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor at age 34 after the birth of her 3rd child. Strangely enough, her ...
Views: 1051 - Aging Parents - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2012 from Kate CarltonMy mom has always been as sharp as a tack. She is 84, and aside from my 2 children, she is the only family I have. Her memory is excellent, she is incredibly well groomed, and is great to be around. She has had a difficult life, with the loss of her son at age 32 (my brother), and her husband ...
Views: 1118 - Is That A Stranger In Your Bed Or Is That Your Husband? - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2012 from Marla EnhelderDo you sometimes feel like you are sleeping next to a roommate that you hardly know anymore rather than the love of your life? Did you know that 66% of working moms say that their marriage has taken a backseat after their baby was born? Do you find that to be true for you? If so, you are not ...
Views: 1514 - Ask Astrid: Overcoming Tantrums - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2012 from Astrid StrombergOh gosh, I remember the first (and only, thank God!) time my child had a tantrum in a big store. Not pleasant! You can’t just leave him there as you would at home, fighting it off on his own until he gives up. You can’t grab and drag, because you don’t want to be that parent. You can’t reason ...
Views: 1663(2 votes) - ***Marriage is Alive and Well in Canada - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2012 from Dr. Charles and Dr Elizabeth SchmitzBy America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts. We fell in love in Canada today. You can, of course, read that two ways. Those of you who have followed our writings and musings about love and successful marriage know that we fell in love with each other some 47 years ago. And it is true that we ...
Views: 2643(18 votes) - For a Less Stressed, More Peaceful Holiday Season, Start Now! - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2012 from Judy WidenerWould you like to feel more calm, focused and balanced this holiday season? The holidays start in 90 days. That's plenty of time to pre-create what you want to experience during the time of year that celebrates loving connections. How would you like your holidays to be? Are the holidays ...
Views: 1561 - Are You a Codependent Parent? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2012 from Darlene LancerCodependency causes so much unhappiness. Research shows that codependency is learned in families and passed on generationally. It prevents the development of healthy, independently functioning individuals. When parents are codependent, codependency gets transmitted, unless they’re self-aware and ...
Views: 3177(6 votes) - Family Transitions - The Empty Nest - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2012 from Colleen MorrisYou have invested possibly 17 – 25 years of your life into your son or daughter. The years hold memories of laughter, tears, celebration, struggle and pain. As a parent there have been times when the responsibility of raising your child has been costly and you have looked forward to the day when ...
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