Family Photo Album For Your Grandkids

Today, I’m sharing parenting tips on how to create a family photo album. You also need to gather and sort your recent digital photos on your phone. If you are not very good with technology, this guide on how to upload photos to icloud will help you get them off your phone and onto your computer. It may take some time to get rid of blurry and duplicate photos.

When you are choosing your photos, make sure that you find sharp and clear pictures.  Furthermore, include all your family members. Birthday parties, sporting events, and large family gatherings are great opportunities to find pictures of family members.  

 

 

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Creating a Family Photo Album

 

Include Historical Family Photos

It’s a good idea to include some historical photos in your album. Pictures of famous people and important places will give them a sense of history.  Write down details for these pictures too, and include where the picture was taken and who is in the photo. Place these photos in your album so the grandchildren can get a real sense of what life was like for their ancestors. 

 

Research Your Family Tree

If family photos are not enough to inform the grandchildren about their ancestry, you may want to do some historical research. You can find out information about where your family members lived and what they did for a living. It’s another way of giving them insight into their history and it also helps them connect with their past on a more personal level. There are some great sites like Ancestry where you can find all of the information you need. 

 

 

 

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Write A Personal Message

Once you have all of the photos and other information together, it’s time to start organizing it. Writing a personal message to your grandkids about how you feel and giving them a bit of family history is a good idea. Write about why you made the album in the first place and what you hope they’ll get out of it. Having this personal message at the beginning will make the album a lot more special to your family.

 

Put The Family Photo Album Together

Now it’s finally time to put the album together.  There are many ways you can do this, depending on what type of book you want. You could get the photos laminated or mount them onto cardboard so they don’t get damaged. If you have old letters that would fit in with the story, then include these too. 

You could also go digital with your family album by making an ebook instead. It’s a great idea to put some music in there too, which will really help set the scene when your grandkids read it. There are sites where you can put everything in and get the book printed for you, or you could buy an empty album and put it all together yourself.

Whatever you decide to do, you need to start by putting the photos in order. Don’t just put everything in chronological order, think about the story you are trying to tell. Grouping things together and fitting them around specific events is a good way to create more of a story. 

 

When you put everything together, make sure that you leave some blank pages at the end. This is a good place for your grandkids to start adding their own photos and building on the family story that you have given to them.

Newborn Help for New Parents

Today, I’m sharing parenting tips on newborn help for new parents. So, congratulations, you got through pregnancy and now you have a new baby. Newborns are often difficult to care for. Especially, if you are a new parent. They require a lot of attention, and sometimes they’re hard to understand when they cry. If you’re a new mom who is struggling with caring for your newborn, this post is perfect for you! 

We’ll go over the basics of how to take care of your baby in their first few months.  Your will be relaxed as a parent, and they will grow up healthy and happy.

 

 

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Newborn Help for Parents

 

Newborn Help for New Parents and Keeping Baby Warm 

Keep your baby warm whether they are eating or sleeping. You can swaddle them in a blanket or put on some cozy pajamas so that he or she doesn’t get cold. 

 

Bathing Your Baby

Make sure your infant is clean by giving them a bath every day. Babies have very sensitive skin, so make sure you use plain water and a very mild soap made specifically for babies. The market has a variety of washcloths and wipes without any added chemicals or fragrances.

 

Sleep Is Important

Babies need a lot of sleep every day.  They grow rapidly; however, it may feel like your child is awake all the time! Focus on creating a comforting sleep environment for your baby.  Soft music can be soothing to a baby.  So, have a variety of lullabies on hand.  

Put your infant to sleep in their own bed not yours! If you do need to share your bed with your baby, make sure it’s safe for both of you.  

You should try to sleep when your baby is sleeping, this is the best way to ensure that you are feeling your best and ready to take care of your baby.

 

 

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Newborn Help for New Parents on Feeding 

Newborns need to eat every two to three hours. If they’re not hungry, it’s okay if you don’t feed them right away! Simply feed your baby when they’re hungry. 

A lot of times, newborns will cry, but it doesn’t always mean something is wrong with them. There are times when they just want to be comforted.  If you have any questions about whether or not to feed your baby, consult your doctor or nurse.  You should also be on the lookout for signs that they may be hungry.  For example, trying to suck on your shoulder or breast or if it’s been hours since they have eaten.   

 

New Born Help on Diaper Changing

Change their diapers often to keep them healthy and happy. Newborns are often messy, especially in the first few months after birth, so it’s important to change their diapers often to keep them clean. 

Changing a baby’s diaper also helps prevents diaper rash or infections that can happen due to sitting in dirty diapers for long periods of time. 

Make sure you practice good hygiene when changing your baby’s diaper, wash your hands with soap before and after touching anything near the baby’s genitals.

 

Check Your Baby’s Weight

Keep an eye on your baby’s weight, height, and head circumference to make sure they grow up healthy. It is very important to make sure your baby is growing well. You should also know how tall they are and what their head looks like.  Regular doctor’s visits are a must.  

If you suspect that your baby was injured in some way at birth you can get a second opinion. If it is proven to be true you can hire a team of trusted birth injury attorneys to help you.

 

 

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Choose the Right Car Seat

Use a car seat that is age-appropriate for your child and the right size for your child. A car seat that is too big or too small can be uncomfortable, and it might not protect them well in case of an accident. 

But if you have any questions about what size your child needs, ask your doctor or nurse. They will know the answer!

Car seats are designed to keep your baby safe. The safest place for an infant is in the back seat on their back, in their rear-facing car seat. 

Ideally, infants should be rear-facing until they are two years old or weigh 20 pounds. Forward-facing car seats should be used after your baby turns two years old or reaches twenty pounds.

 

Enjoy the Journey

Becoming a mother is one of the most exciting things that can happen to a woman. However, it can also be one of the most overwhelming. 

Knowing what you should and shouldn’t do especially when you are a new mom can help you to feel more at ease. In this way, you’ll be able to enjoy your bundle of joy a lot more.

 

Self Care Plans to Love Yourself

Today, I’m sharing self-esteem tips on self care plans to love yourself.  The concept of “self care” gets quite a lot of attention today, which is a great thing for a variety of  reasons.  Everyone needs to take steps to look after their own well-being on a regular basis.  It’s essential to remember that your life is a much bigger, deeper, and richer thing than just being a productive person.  

Often self care gets reduced to a handful of in-the-moment relaxation techniques, like enjoying a hot bubble bath, or watching TV.  Although there’s nothing wrong with these things, self-care has deeper and more significant components.  One of the best ways to think of self-care in a more meaningful, and longer-term sense is to love yourself.  

Just as we all need and cherish personal relationships with people who genuinely care about us, we need to cultivate the same relationship with ourselves.  

 

 

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Self Care Plans to Love Yourself 

 

Learn to respect and understand yourself  

If you’ve ever heard or read anything about “self talk,” you’re probably well aware of the fact that the way we talk to ourselves can have an enormous impact on our well-being.  For example, if we see ourselves negativity and talk to ourselves in this manner, it can impact our sense of what’s possible in life.  Furthermore, it impact the degree to which we are able to actually thrive and experience a truly elevated quality of life.

Essentially, the problem is that we often speak to ourselves in an extremely harsh, aggressive, domineering, and uncharitable way.  This obviously leads to plenty of negative feelings, a sense of low self worth, and an outlook on the world that is toxic and destructive.

By calling yourself “an idiot,” “useless,” “a failure,” or any of the other negative things that we often  tell ourselves as we go through our day-to-day lives, we are essentially treating ourselves like enemies rather than friends.

In all likelihood, if a friend of yours ever let loose and started ranting and insulting you in this way, they would cease to be your friend immediately.  Or, at the very least you would have to have a very serious heart-to-heart conversation, demand an apology and contemplate a reconciliation after a lot of thought.  

If you want to learn to love yourself, change the way you talk to yourself.  Start challenging the little voice in your head every time you notice it being overly cruel and hostile. People who truly love you don’t put you down or speak to you in a negative manner.  

So, start talking to yourself with more respect and understanding.  You will begin feeling better about yourself while simultaneously adjusting your behavior and moving your life in a more positive direction overall.

 

 

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Hold yourself accountable

If a friend of yours watches you do self-destructive things, which causes you to spiral down hill, you should question your relationship with them.  Furthermore, if they just shrugs their shoulders or don’t intervene with helpful and kind words you are not in a loving relationship or friendship.  

When you see a good friend go down a bad path, hopefully you would try to intervene or at least raise your concerns with them.  So, you should hold yourself accountable to you.  Have a conversation with yourself.  What would you say to your friends if they were self-destructing?

In order to exercise proper self care and love yourself, remind yourself of the standard you should be living up to in terms of your behavior and the way you interact with the world.

 

Of course, “keeping yourself accountable” doesn’t mean ranting at and belittling yourself when you are straying onto the wrong path. But it does mean reminding yourself that you’re better than that, and taking steps to move yourself back in a direction that you find good, meaningful, and worthwhile.

 

Your self care plan should include treating yourself 

It is necessary to treat yourself.  Making yourself a priority and knowing that you are deserving should be a part of your self-care plans.  It can add a bit of extra happiness, positivity, and excitement to everyday life.

If you’ve frequently been in the habit of being a bit harsh on yourself, you may find that you have a natural sense of aversion to actually buying something for yourself.  Ease up, get something nice for your own sake and or give yourself permission to just take an evening off and relax.

However, maintain the right balance you in treating yourself.  Avoid giving in to compulsive spending, but treating yourself to a pair of stylish boots that you’ve had your eye on can be rewarding.  So can a trip to the movies.  As a matter of fact, wear the stylish boots to the movies.  It’s a great way to exhibit a little love for yourself.  

 

Offer different perspectives to yourself

One of the great things that friends can do for each other, is to offer a variety of perspectives on and to help each other to work through thoughts, challenges, and deeper issues how to proceed in a given situation.

Maybe you’re not sure about what to do with your career or it could be that you’re feeling insecure about something and you’re finding it difficult to take a step back so you can a clear perspective about the situation.  Practice looking at different perspectives.  It’s a part of loving yourself and doing what’s best for you.  Have an intentional dialogue with yourself where you ask questions and think about different scenarios.  

For example, “What happened at work today was quite frustrating, but is there a different way to look at it?”  Maybe this is a sign you’ve been looking for to start retraining for a career change.”

 

 

 

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Self care plans should include looking at the big picture  

Learning to look at the big picture sense is one of the most important things to do whenever you are learning to love yourself.  In life, there are all sorts of things that are fun, pleasurable, or temporarily, but that don’t do anything to help us thrive in a more significant, long-term sense.

One thing that good friends can do for each other, is to help provide a sense of motivation and perspective when we are discussing a situation.  It helps us see the bigger picture of our situation.  

 

Recognize the importance of having some fun

Life isn’t meant to be serious all the time, so learn to have a little fun.  If you find that you’re overly serious, and frequently miss the lighter side of life, try seeing things from a humorous perspective.  Having fun can significantly improve your quality of life in a variety of ways.

Outdoor Activities for Adults

Today, I’m sharing parenting tips on outdoor activities for adults.  It’s always nice to spend time outdoors. Not only is it nice, but it’s also incredibly important. Studies have shown time and time again that spending time outdoors can have a significant impact on our overall mental wellbeing, not to mention our physical well being. And it’s becoming increasingly important, especially since we’ve had such a long period spent indoors thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. Fortunately, spending more time outdoors is one of those things that’s easy to do. 

 

 

 

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Outdoor Activities for Adults

 

Check out the Local Scenery 

You might have ambitions to visit the most beautiful national parks, but realistically, you’ll only have one chance each year to make that happen. But, you need more nature in your life than that!  So, see what’s located near you. You might have a stunning state park within an hour’s drive from your front door. That’ll make it easy to spend a sunny Saturday walking through nature with your family. There’ll probably be plenty of places within your local area if you just take a look online or ask your friends for recommendations.

 

Work Outdoors

One of the reasons why many of us don’t spend as much time outdoors as we’d like is because we have to work. So, wouldn’t it be handy if you could do a job where you were outside? Those jobs exist! If you’re pretty handy at gardening, start a flower or vegetable garden.  If you enjoy design then you could take a look at landscaping jobs, for instance.

Another option is to get a job at a state park or as an outdoors tour guide. These jobs always score highly on job satisfaction levels, too.

 

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Get a Hobby

Sometimes, heading outside for nature’s sake isn’t enough to motivate anyway to get outside.  But,  you may have the motivation to head into nature for a passion.  If you have an outdoor hobby or have always dreamed of doing one, get started.  There’s mountain biking, cycling, white water rafting, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, rock climbing, roller skating and many more.  

 

 

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Go Camping 

If you love to camp, gather your camping supplies and pick a spot. Head out for a week-end or a week or two.  Better yet, set up camp in your backyard. 

It can take some getting used to camping, but once you’ve been bitten by the camping bug, it’ll be something that you do again and again. Another way to get your fill of starlight is to work on your ability to enjoy your yard all year.  For example, add a fire pit so you can stay outside even when the temperatures begin to dip.

 

I hope that you will pick one or two activities from my list and get moving.  I love to garden, walk and just enjoy nature.  Try it, and you will fall in love with it too. 

Types of Personal Loans You Can Obtain

Today, I’m sharing financial tips on the types of personal loans for individuals. Have you considered applying for a personal loan? This type of decision is generally made by individuals or families who need to consolidate debt, cover unexpected expenses, make large purchases, or pay for home repairs. 

Whatever the reason, borrowing a specific sum of money can help you handle the situation without feeling financial stress. There are various types of personal loans, depending on one’s financial situation, such as unsecured, secured, cosigned, and a personal line of credit. The interest rates and repayment periods are determined by the level of risk lenders take. If shopping for a personal loan, learn more about the most popular types.

 

 

 

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Types of Personal Loans: 

 

Unsecured

A large number of borrowers opt for unsecured personal loans since lenders require no collateral.  Furthermore, there’s no physical asset to back up the money you’ve borrowed.  So, lenders have no power to take any of your assets in the event of failing to pay the installments. The credit history of the borrowers and co-signers is what usually serves as a backup.

Moreover, individuals shopping for an unsecured personal loan need a minimum credit score of a  670 to 739 points or higher.  The amount of the loan will depend on the credit score, ranging between $1,000 and $50,000. The better your score, the higher the amount you can borrow. The repayment period is generally between one and six years.

In terms of the interest rates, unsecured loans typically come with high interest. Despite the absence of collateral, individuals might face serious consequences when being late with the payments.  For example, late payments could wreck their credit scores.

 

Secured

Secured personal loans are the complete opposite of the unsecured loan.  For example, you must have collateral for a secured loan.  The collateral usually takes the form of a vehicle, deposit certificate, savings account, or other types of assets. In case the borrower fails to repay the loan, the lender has the right to seize his/her asset to cover the debt.  See this website to check out how secured loans work.

Nevertheless, the interest rates are much lower because of the higher level of security. Consequently, the majority of lenders show greater flexibility when it comes to credit score requirements. The collateral serves as some sort of compensation for not having a solid score. This alternative is considered the best for individuals with a mediocre or poor score.

 

 

 

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Cosigned

If you have a cosigner, you can obtain an unsecured or secured loan.  In the event of a poor score or non-existent credit history, lenders tend to ask borrowers to have a cosigner whose credit score is significantly higher than yours. The responsibility of the cosigner would be to pay off the debt in case you default.

Instead of collateral, you’ll have a person serving as backup. This scenario will help you get approval as well as more favorable terms. While borrowers stand to gain from such an agreement, cosigners take the risk of experiencing disadvantages.

For instance, the loan will appear on the credit report of the cosigner along with any late payments, which have a negative effect on the score. Therefore, every borrower considering such an option should factor in the financial risk involved in the decision. Any wrong move on your end could mean a damaged personal relationship with the cosigner.  The following link, explains what cosigners are liable and responsible for.

 

Debt consolidation

A debt consolidation loan is a perfect option for individuals having multiple debts. It’s a chance for borrowers to combine all their debts into a single loan so they will just have one monthly payment. This offer is convenient for individuals who wish to reduce their monthly expenses by avoiding multiple interest rates and hefty late fees.

Furthermore, you will only pay one interest rates. However, have to be in control of your debt for this solution to be successful. You should refrain from applying for new personal loans until you pay off the consolidated debt.

 

Personal line of credit

This type of loan is similar to having a credit card; only the borrowed sum isn’t repaid in monthly installments. Borrowers are provided with access to a given amount of money, which means they can borrow from it whenever necessary. Interest is charged only on the balance that remains.

This option is believed to be the best choice in times of emergency when individuals have to cover unplanned expenses. In order to be considered eligible, you should have a remarkable credit score and credit history.

 

Make sure you choose the right type so as to avoid unplanned scenarios in the future.  Consult a professional if necessary to help you with any decisions!

Inspirational Native American Quotes and Proverbs

Today, I’m sharing Native American Quotes and Proverbs from some of the great Indian Chiefs and tribes across our country.  Furthermore, my inspirational wisdom is provided by the Sioux, Black Foot, Navajo, Arapaho and many more.  

So, these quotes and proverbs are inspiring, thought provoking and heart touching.  Most importantly, I hope that you will allow them to penetrate your soul and you will think about their wise words and apply them to your life.  

 

 

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Native American Quotes:

 

First, “All plants are our brothers and sisters. They talk to us and if we listen, we can hear them.” – Arapaho

 

“When we show our respect for other living things, they respond with respect for us.” – Arapaho

 

Second, “Those that lie down with dogs, get up with fleas.” – Blackfoot

 

“Our first teacher is our own heart.” – Cheyenne

 

“You can’t wake a person who is pretending to be asleep.” – Navajo

 

Next, “Remember that your children are not your own, but are lent to you by the Creator.” – Mohawk

 

 

 

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“All dreams spin-out from the same web.” – Hopi

 

“We will be known forever by the tracks we leave.” – Dakota

 

“A brave man dies but once, a coward many times.” – Iowa

 

 

 

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“One does not sell the land people walk on.” – Crazy Horse

 

“The ground on which we stand is sacred ground. It is the blood of our ancestors.” – Chief Plenty Coups, Crow

 

Furthermore, “If we wonder often, the gift of knowledge will come.” – Arapaho

 

“Do not judge your neighbor until you walk two moons in his moccasins.” – Cheyenne

 

“A man who would not love his father’s grave is worse than a wild animal.”
– Chief Joseph, Nez Perce

 

“Sing your death song and die like a hero going home.”
– Chief Tecumseh, Shawnee

 

“I have seen that in any great undertaking it is not enough for a man to depend simply upon himself.”
– Lone Man, Teton Sioux

 

 

 

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“Wisdom and Peace come when you start living the life the creator intends for you.” – Geronimo

 

“Let us put our minds together and see what life we can make for our children.” – Sitting Bull

 

“Religion is for people who are afraid of going to hell.  Spirituality is for those who have already been there.” – Sioux

 

So, this quote is one of my favorites “Remember that your children are not your own, but lent to you by the creator.” – Mohawk

 

“Our first teacher is our own heart.” – Cheyenne

 

“Before eating always take time to thank the food.” – Arapaho

 

“Life isn’t separate from death.  It only looks that way.” – Blackfoot

 

“I have seen that in any great undertaking it is not enough for a man to depend simply upon himself.”
– Lone Man, Teton Sioux

 

“Be still and the earth will speak to you.” – Navajo proverb

 

“All who have died are equal.” –  Comanche proverb

 

“Regard Heaven as your Father, Earth as your Mother, and all that live as your brother and sister.” – Navajo proverb

 

“Everything on the earth has a purpose, every disease an herb to cure it, and every person a mission. This is the Indian theory of existence.” – Mourning Dove

 

“We are going by you without fighting if you will let us, but we are going by you anyhow!” – Chief Joseph 

 

You must speak straight so that your words may go as sunlight into our hearts.
–  Cochise

 

Last, “We do not want riches, we want peace and love.” – Red Cloud

 

Finally, I hope you enjoyed this wise words from our Native American tribes and chiefs.  Pin a few to your Quotes Board or incorporate them into a homeschool unit on Native American History.

Duke Ellington Famous Quotes

Today, I’m sharing Duke Ellington Famous Quotes.  I have put together a roundup of his quotes as a part of my Duke Ellington educational activities. Duke Ellington was born, Edward Kennedy Ellington.  Duke Ellington became one of the greatest jazz pianist, composers, and bandleaders of all times.  His music will move you and his words will inspire you. 

 

 

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Duke Ellington Famous Quotes:

 

“There are two kinds of music, good music and the other kind.”

“A goal is a dream with a finish line.”

“The most important thing I look for in a musician is whether they know how to listen.”

“Gray skies are just clouds passing over.”

“A problem is a chance for you do your best.”

“If it sounds good and feels good, then it is a good.”

 

“Every man prays in his own language.”

“Music is the tonal reflection of beauty.”

“I merely took the energy it takes to pout and I wrote some blues.”

 

 

 

 

Duke Ellington Quotes

 

 

“There are two kinds of worries – those you can do something about and those you can’t. Don’t spend time on the latter.”

“People do not retire.  They are retired by others.”

“The wise musicians are those who play what they can master.”

Love is indescribable and unconditional.”

“Sing sweet, but put a little dirt on it.”

“Selfishness is essential to survival.”

“Create and be true to yourself, and depend only on your own good taste.”

 

 

 

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“Music is my mistress, and she plays second fiddle to no one.”

“There are two rules in life, Number 1 – Never Quit; Number 2 – Never forget rule Number 1.”

“Without a deadline I don’t do nothing.”

“A Satin Doll is a woman who is as pretty on the inside as she is on the outside.”

 

I hope you enjoy these Duke Ellington Famous Quotes, and you will find inspiration in them throughout the year. You may also like:  Central Park Duke Ellington Statute

Mom’s House Dad’s House Co-parenting Together

Today, I’m sharing parenting advice on how to co-parent successfully at mom’s house dad’s house.  Going through a divorce or separation is never easy, especially when kids are involved.  Sadly, your feelings towards each other probably aren’t good.  However, finding a way to share parenting responsibilities so you that you can give your children the best childhood is imperative.

Growing up across two happy homes is undoubtedly better than growing up in an unhappy household. However, it will take a conscious and joint effort to make that happen. Focus on the following, and you won’t go far wrong.

 

 

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Mom’s House Dad’s House:

 

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First, kids need to enjoy a positive relationship with both parents unless there is an extreme circumstance. Child custody can be a difficult subject to resolve, which is why you will need the right expert on your side. However, it’s important to avoid using your child as a weapon to hurt your ex. The goal of co-parenting is to find a fair solution for everyone.

The time-sharing elements will vary from one family to the next. Some children do a four-day/three-day split. Others see one parent on the weekends. There are many contributing factors ranging from geographic distances to your careers. Do what works best for the child.

 

Consistency at Mom’s House Dad’s House

Transitioning from one home to two is tough on a child, but they are resilient. Nonetheless, one thing they will need is a sense of stability and consistency. Otherwise, the whole process of splitting their time across two properties becomes very confusing. So, while the two households needn’t be identical, they should work together.

This can manifest itself in many ways. From implementing the same bedtime routines to giving your child the same responsibilities in both homes. Children benefit from having transparency and clarity in their lives. When co-parents work together to provide it, their behavior and development should thrive.

Comfort

If your child is going to spend their time split across two households, the key is to make them happy homes. Unfortunately, you cannot have much of an impact on your ex-spouse’s property. Therefore, it’s vital that you create a winning environment within your own property, starting with their bedroom.

Having that place to call their own can make a world of difference. At this time, especially with the changes caused by the pandemic, a winning backyard is crucial too. Whether used for burning off energy, enjoying summer BBQs, or relaxing, it can be a very useful space. Most importantly, your child needs to feel the sense of belonging.

 

 

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Civility

There’s a very strong chance that you aren’t going to share a close friendship with your ex. After all, there is a reason you split up. However, co-parenting is a lot easier when you can remain civil. Even if you don’t want to see each other face-to-face, cloud computing allows you to share schedules or files. Embrace it.

 

Most importantly, you must always refrain from bad-mouthing the other parent. Political point scoring will only upset your child, which is the last thing any of you want to do.  As your grandma used to say, if you can’t say anything nice say nothing at all.  Your mission tis to create positive vibes and a good environment for your children to grow up in.

African American Quotes By Famous People

Today, I’m sharing empowerment tips on famous African American quotes.  I have put together a roundup of quotes from various Black History contributors to honor Black History Month.  Their words will inspire, encourage, and hopefully nudge you to take action to make your dreams come true.

I have quotes from Michael Jordan, Michelle Obama, Martin Luther King Jr. and more.  Lets get inspired.

 

 

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Famous African American Quotes:

 

Black History Month Quotes

 

 

“You must never be fearful about what you’re doing when it’s right.” – Rosa Parks

“The more you know your history, the more liberated you are.” – Maya Angelou

“I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life.  And, that is why I succeed.  – Michael Jordan

“In the end we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.” – Martin Luther King Jr.

“Only a fool will let his enemy teach his children.” – Malcolm X

“Character Is Power.” – Booker T. Washington

 

 

 

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“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela

“Our crowns have been bought and paid for.  All we have to do is put them on our heads.” – James Baldwin

“Without education, you not going anywhere in this world.” – Malcolm X

 

 

 

Famous African American Quotes

 

 

 

“Challenges make your discover things about yourself that you never really knew.” – Cicely Tyson

“I never lose, I either win or learn.” – Nelson Mandela

“Intelligence plus character, that is the true goal of true education.” – Martin Luther King Jr.

 

 

 

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“If you are afraid to use your voice, give up your seat at the table.” – Michelle Obama

“You have to learn to get up from the table when love is no longer being served.” – Nina Simone

“The soul that is within me no man can degrade.” – Frederick Douglas

“No person is your friend who demands your silence or denies your right to grow.” – Alice Walker

“He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life.” – Muhammad Ali

 

I hope you enjoy these Famous African American Quotes, and you will find inspiration in them throughout the year.

 

 

 

Resume Tips That Include Parenting Skills

Today, I’m sharing parenting tips and resume tips that include parenting skills. Having kids doesn’t have to affect your job prospects. In fact, you can use your parenting skills to your advantage

While parenthood could leave you with less time to look for jobs and could possibly restrict your flexibility in terms of available work hours, there could be ways in which it helps you appeal to employers. Below are some of the ways in which you can use having kids to your advantage. 

 

 

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Resume Tips that Include Parenting Skills:

 

Parenthood demonstrates stability 

In today’s world, long-term employees are much hard to come by. If you’re young and childless, the chances of you leaving in a few months is great.  However, if you have kids it demonstrates that you are at a stage in life when you may not want to relocate.  Furthermore, it demonstrates that you are looking for stability, which includes a stable income. As a result, employers are more likely to see you as a safer option. This is something that you may be able to allude to in your resume or in an interview by stating that you’re looking for something stable and long-term.

 

Some parent skills are also career skills

To get a job, you often have to prove that you have a certain skill set. An employer may ask you to give examples of situations where you showed a certain skill.  It’s possible that you may be able to give examples of parenting situations in place of work related situations. Fortunately, many of the skills that you learn as a parent are also valuable in the work force.  

A few examples of parent skills that are also career skills include:

 

Time management

Another resume tips is to show that you’re good at multi-tasking or that you can meet deadlines? Parenting requires multi-tasking in many situations.  Parents must multi-task to meet deadlines, getting your kids to school on time and juggling housework. There are many ways in which you can showcase your time management skills. 

 

Problem solving

Parents also have to be skilled problem solvers. This could include solving a dispute between two of your kids.  Problem solving is essential to many jobs.  So, when asked about your problem solving skills, parental negotiation skills could be a great example. 

 

Organizational skills

Raising kids requires parents to be good organizers.  For example, organizing parties, carpools, the kid’s activities or simply organizing the day to day chores of the household.  Such experience could be great for showing an employer that you’re organized.

 

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Responsibility for others 

If you’re applying for a supervisor or management position, being a parent shows that you’re responsible for others.  Alos, many parenting skills are essentially business leadership skills.  For example, you need to demonstrate patience, good communication skills, be a mentor and exercise discipline properly. 

 

Parenthood can open up doors to new types of jobs

Employers may look upon you favorably for professions that work with kids.  By being a parent proves that you have skills, and you’re qualified to work with children. While certain roles may require niche qualifications (such as a family nurse practitioner degree you don’t have to gain work experience to demonstrate that you can work with kids. Y

Your experience as a parent could be useful in retail.  Especially, if it includes selling certain products like toys, prams or kids clothes. Look for niche marketing roles or admin roles involving children’s products or services where you have knowledge of products simply by being a parent. Consider all the things you may have learned as a parent and where you may be able to put this knowledge to use. 

 

Gain access to certain privileges by being a parent

You can often request more from employers when you are a parent. Some employers may be more willing to let you leave early to pick up kids if you are performing well.  Others may allow you to work from home to be around your children.  

Today, many employers are becoming more inclusive to their workforce’s needs. As a result, ask employers if  they may be able to accommodate you working from home.  In doing so, you could effectively mold job vacancies to fit your needs.