Building a Better Student: Own the Failure
I’m a success. I’m also a failure. And I wouldn’t have it any other way. In my thirty-six years in the radio business, I’ve been fired one time. It was in 1992, and I was part of a group of almost forty people who were shown the door after our company was sold. I...
Transport Food and Reduce Packaging With Yummi Pouch
I learned about a new product this week, Heroes. Specifically: Yummi Pouch. Here's what they look like. Yummi Pouch comes in some different sizes, holding anywhere from 2.5 ounces with the mini to the sport pouch that can hold 10. They're dishwasher and freezer safe,...
Are You a Doggie For Christmas Kind of Mom?
We're closing in on Christmas, Heroes. Anyone planning to get their kids a puppy? The infographic below can help with that decision.
5 Tips for Preparing Your Child for a Trip to the Dentist
There is an unfortunate stereotype that visiting the dentist is frightening for children. While some children are shy about new experiences, the first trip to the dentist can be fun and rewarding. Even more importantly, that visit can set the stage for healthy habits...
5 Fun Ways to Label Your Children’s Belongings
Have you ever had the experience where your husband takes the kids to a party or out to eat and they come home without their coats? When it comes to kids, it seems like anything that isn't bolted down can be lost; children are easily distracted, and this leads to many...
5 Preparedness Tips Your Family Can Always Use
Recent history has told us that a number of emergency situations may occur that can endanger populations in cities and in rural areas anywhere in the country. Being ready for these situations requires careful research and advance planning to ensure that you and your...
Monday Give Away Linky: Brrrr It’s Cold Outside!
Here in Michigan the weather has been unseasonably cold. Well, I think that's true for most of the US right now. Normally our temperatures are around 36 degrees Farenheit, but instead we've been hanging closer to 10. For the high. Brrrr. I'm so thankful to have a warm...
Family Fun: 6 Tips for Planning a Successful Family Reunion
Have you ever wanted to plan a family reunion but weren’t quite sure how? Or maybe you somehow ended up in charge of the next reunion for your family. Whether you have a small family or dozens who you don’t see on a regular basis, planning a reunion takes time and...
Family Fun: 6 tips for Planning a Successful Family Reunion
Have you ever wanted to plan a family reunion but weren’t quite sure how? Or maybe you somehow ended up in charge of the next reunion for your family. Whether you have a small family or dozens who you don’t see on a regular basis, planning a reunion takes time and...
Are MOOCs the Future of Online Education?
Heroes, have you ever heard of a MOOC? Me neither. Turns out it stands for Massive Open Online Course. Who knew? I try to keep up with all the latest but it's certainly difficult to keep up with everything. Good news though! You can get a good bit of information from...