Article Archive for June 2009
Women and Cancer: Surpassing the Odds
Guest Blogger: Lisa Schneider, LCPC
One of three women will be diagnosed with cancer in her lifetime according to the National Cancer Institute, and for women who have been diagnosed, life changes forever.
Women who have been …
Roots & Wings Intl. Volunteers Help To Educate Others
Roots & Wings International is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to provide scholarships and promote community development as defined by locals themselves.
Wish It! Dream It! Do It!
This is one of those motivational sayings that you find on little plaques, mugs, cards and in my case-a key ring. I’ve been wondering how effective these types of sayings are for people.
Do they really motivate people to take action or are they just feel good words that make you feel great for the moment, but then reality sets in and nothing happens.
Just Cruising Along ~ Plan a Vacation Cruise!
Cruises are a great way to see and experience several vacation destinations all in one trip. Throw in the onboard dining, entertainment and other programming offered on the ship and you have an all inclusive, fun-filled vacation.
Investing in Your Future
According to Webster Dictionary, invest means to commit money in order to earn a financial return. Investing is for long-term goals. There are a number of ways for you to invest. Some people purchase collectibles, such as art, jewelry, wine and antique cars, hoping they will increase in value over time.
Your First 100 Days of 2009
On April 29, 2009, President Barack Obama celebrated his 100th day in the office of the President of the United States. The first 100 days of a presidency took on symbolic significance during Franklin D. Roosevelt’s administration, so the period is considered a benchmark to measure the early success of a president.
A Woman’s Guide to Staying Healthy
Combining a healthy lifestyle with annual check-ups is essential to maintaining a woman’s health. Some factors that can impact health, such as age, gender and family history cannot be changed. However, healthy living can improve a woman’s overall well-being.
Six Summer Style Must-Haves
Be careful what you wish for, because you just might get it. That’s the advice my grandmother used to give me when I would start on my summer wish list for warmer weather, longer days, a new party dress or my first pair of real heels.
Surviving the Caregiver Crisis
Modern day caregivers seem so overwhelmed with the responsibility of caring for aging relatives compared to our parents…What accounts for this difference? Why is caregiving so much harder these days?
