It’s summer in pre-World War II Virginia, and life is hot and easy. Where do you go to escape the heat? Moore’s Lake! The popular swimming hole just off US Route One between Richmond and Petersburg, it was the most refreshing refuge from the humid and sweltering dog days west of the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. It was […]
Fish is one of the best foods you can eat. They contain excellent natural oils that are not only good for the brain but also for the skin. The fatty acids contained in Omega 3 can contribute to the health of the brain and retina. Eating fish twice a week can reduce the risk of heart disease, dementia, cholesterol, high […]
Not everyone celebrates Christmas. Although it is a national holiday in the US, there are many people who do not celebrate this holiday. As a parent, how do you handle questions and situations that arise when your child asks “why do my friends celebrate Christmas and we don’t?” Here are some parenting tips for families that don’t celebrate Christmas. As […]
The most common thought on parents’ minds is ‘how to get my baby to sleep at night’. If your little one is a night owl, then I don’t blame you. Sleepless nights can turn any parent’s life into a nightmare. He tries everything in his power, but all his efforts are in vain. No matter what you try, your efforts […]
Articulation delays are common in young children, and various speech sounds can be particularly difficult for children to master. One sound that challenges many children is the /l/ sound. /L/ is a fairly easy sound to teach because it occurs near the front of the mouth, making it easy to “see.” Children should be able to produce /l/ in conversation […]
Grammar. The mere mention of the word strikes fear into the heart of the most die-hard language learner. Many EFL and ESL English teachers also feel sick to their stomachs at the thought of preparing and delivering a grammar lesson. But what should we do? If lexicon and vocabulary are the building blocks of language, then certainly grammar is the […]
When relationships last a while, there is a danger that they will become stagnant. If you don’t take things into your own hands soon, there’s always the risk of monotony creeping in, something you can really do without. If this is happening with your relationship too, here are some of the tips you can use and who knows, you might […]
For young children, the world is an amazing place. There are discoveries to be made around every corner. This innate sense of wonder allows them to absorb new information like a sponge. It also makes keeping their young minds stimulated a chore. What we can see as a good toy, like wooden pushers, can end up being much more for […]
Teen pregnancy is a hot topic. For some reason, especially in the US, we don’t like to talk about sex or what might happen when you have it. For this reason, adolescents are misinformed about sex and its repercussions, such as an unwanted pregnancy. Maybe if teens knew the facts they would wait or at least be more mature to […]
“Hey babe, come check this out,” my wife said from the backyard. As I approached her, I saw a small spotted creature with huge ears. About the size of a medium-sized dog, but perched on spindly legs, I met the eyes of the fawn peeking over the property line. “Hmm,” I said, “Little fawn. Nice little fellow.” My wife, ever […]
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