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How to Pick a Unique Valentine's Day Gift (No More Roses or Chocolate Hearts!)
Every year it is the same thing. A red heart, a red rose, or a box of chocolates. Try something else for a change.
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Good or Bad, Your Perception Is Everything
How we see things, and our previous experiences, will affect how we react to things in the future.
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A Thanksgiving List Your Family Will Love
Here are things you can do that are fun ways to celebrate one of the biggest Holidays of the year.
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Why You Should Use A Routine
Having a routine for all of your usual tasks makes them go faster with fewer errors. Read on to get started.
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How You Can Help Your Pets Stay Cool in the Heat
Heat affects pets just like it does us, but they can't sweat to cool themselves.
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Cats and Kids: Can They Be Friends?
Did you get a kitten to be your child's companion? You should read this first for helpful tips.
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Cats Can Be Jerks or Not
Yes, our beloved cats really are being jerks sometimes. It is in their nature to be in charge and independent, and they are really good at it.
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Tricks To Help With Senior Memory Loss
As we get older it is harder to remember the little things. These are tips to help you stay on track.
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Just One Mistake
Did you make a mistake at work or with friends? We all do. Don't beat yourself up for it.
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Halloween Fun Without The Danger
Every year hundreds of children are injured from Halloween pranks or treats that have been altered and made dangerous. But you can celebrate without worries, here's how.
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Signs Your Cat Needs Help
Cats are hunters and are hunted. They can't tell you when they are hurt because their instinct says that would alert other hunters to their vulnerability.
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How to Choose a New Year's Resolution You Can Keep
It's difficult to keep to your resolutions. Most of us don't. This article is all about choosing a realistic resolution and sticking with it to get results.
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What Type of Kitty Litter and Box Should I Use?
Do I get the clay one, the scoopable one, or do I go by brands? Here are the pros and cons for each type along with my recommendations.
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Spring Cleaning
We don't do Winter Cleaning, or Fall cleaning. We don't even do Summer Cleaning. So why do we spring clean every year?
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10 Questions You Need to Answer Before Getting a Pet
Make the decision to get a pet easier by answering these questions for yourself and your family.
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Why Does My Cat Do This?
Sometimes, cats do unusual things that make us wonder. Find out more about cat behavior and why cats do the things they do.
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How to Speak to Your Cat
Did you know that cats can hear you when you speak to them? However, they don't necessarily understand the words coming out of your mouth. Learn how to help them understand in other ways.
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Cats And Dogs Together
Are you trying to introduce a new cat or dog into your animal mix? It can be dangerous and difficult so here is the best way to do it.
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Get Yourself Organized - For Life, Family and Friends
How often do you find yourself overwhelmed with things to do, while there is little to no time to do them? Here is a guide to help you with that and more.
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7 Easy Party Ideas for Any Occasion That Save Money and Time
You have just been informed that no one is going to help you with your party again. What do you do? Read on for lots of answers to that question.
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How to Introduce Another Cat Into Your Home
Cats are very intelligent and independent. This is why bringing a new one into a home can cause all kinds of problems, but it can be done with patience.
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Is Your Home Pet-Friendly?
Where you live can affect whatever pet you have in a physical and mental way.
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How to Approach an Animal You Do Not Know
Bites, scratches, or worse can happen when we don't approach an animal correctly. Even if we have seen them around or know them from a neighbor, there is a right way and a wrong way to approach an animal.
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How to Prepare for a Perfect Christmas or Thanksgiving
The holidays can be incredibly stressful. This step-by-step guide, based on my years being a mom and a grandma, will turn your holidays from stressful to a breeze!
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10 Easy Ways to Save Money Using Things You Already Have
Save money using things you already have on hand. Save money, time, and resources.
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Twenty Ideas To Save You Time, Money, and Space
We are all pack-rats, penny pinchers and time hogs at heart, but there has to be an end somewhere. Here are twenty ideas that will help you clean up.
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10 Steps to Declutter and Free Up Storage Space
Going small with tiny cars, tiny purses, and tiny homes is all the rage. But how do you reduce what you already have? Read on for a list of things to reduce and declutter.
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20 Gifts You Can Make for Mother’s Day
Here are 20 gifts you can make for your Mom's special day. She'll love that you took the time to make something for her!
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Are You a Good Pet Parent?
So, you rescued an animal from the shelter or you took in a stray, but does that make you a good pet parent? Is there more to it than that?
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How and Why Animals Respond to Humans
You swear that your pet knows your language because they know when they are doing something wrong or right. This article explains the real reason why pets can understand us.
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Debit And Credit-What Each Means-How Each Might Affect You
We have all heard the names before, but what do they actually mean? Read on for information about what they mean and how they can affect you and your life.
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Can Pets Be Left Alone Outside to Fend for Themselves?
Pets, no matter what kind, are fed and nurtured in a controlled environment. Are they then able to survive in the wild?
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Should You Help or Ignore Stray Animals?
Should you feed, touch, pet, or help stray animals, or should you leave them alone? Will they be okay? Learn more so that you can make an informed decision if you find a stray dog or cat.
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Ten Tips to Help You Relax and Enjoy Life
Can't remember the last time you were relaxed, ready for the day, or spent a happy day with your family? Try the following ten tips that take little time but work wonders.
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Five Signs Your Cat Really Loves You.
Cats are independent, but they can be very loving and attentive to their human companions. Here are five signs that they have accepted you into their family which, to them, means love.
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Valentine's Day and I'm Broke-What Now?
Here is a list of things you can do that cost little or nothing to do, but they will mean the world to your Valentine. Also, these are for either sex, so everyone-listen up--uh, I mean, please listen up.
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How to Cure the Christmas Blues Before They Ruin Your Holiday.
Here are some ideas to keep those Holiday Blues far away!
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Where Did the Holiday Joy Go?
Have you seen real Holiday smiles latetly? Did last year bring joy to your heart as you moved around trying to get things you needed for the Holidays?
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Ten Ways to Use Kitty Litter Besides in the Litter Box
Kitty litter is a necessity for people who own indoor cats, but it can be used for so many other things around the house. The sky is the limit, but here are ten ideas to get you started.
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Elderly and Alone, Why?
When staying with family is supposed to be easier, but often is not. And running daily errands become nearly impossible so you have to ask for help.
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Traditions of Christmas, a New Generation
Here you can find helpful ideas to make some traditions of your own to hand down.
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The Drivers From Mars (or Saturn or Somewhere Other Than Earth)
A fictional satire about road etiquette. And it begins with: have you ever wondered where some drivers get their licenses? Perhaps they get them on Mars or Saturn.
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I walked along one day and wondered why
As a writer, I relish those quiet moments when I can think about the things that are, things that could be and the things beyond my understanding.
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Those Embarrassing Moments That Make Us Human
A humorous look at those embarrassing moments that we all dread especially when we wish to impress. I like to put the blame on Gremlins, how about you?
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Santa's Christmas Eve Dilemma
A cute story about a problem Santa had over a tree that will have the whole family smiling.
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How Depression Affects You And Those Around You
Depression is a disease that affects millions of people; but it also affects the people with whom they are close.
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Sometimes It's Tough to 'Remember When'
Remembering gets harder as we age. Memories seem to slip into a hole that hides them where we can't find them. Let's see if we can bring some of them back to life with a little help.
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Time to Laugh at Silly Stories
A funny look at life to help us smile our way through it.
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Helping Your Elderly Family Members Cope With The Aging Process
Aging isn't a disease, it is a way of life that we must all face. Here's how to make it smoother for those we love and wish to help. And for yourself, an easier road.
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Family Hurting Family
We have all been hurt by a family member, or close friend, at one time or another. It hurts more because you feel family should be your support no matter what.
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Atm/Debit Card, How to Safely Use It
information on the best ways to use and protect your ATM/Debit card.
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Visiting Mystic Village in Mystic Connecticut
The beauty and wonder of Mystic Village.
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It Is Not as Easy as It Looks, Making Money Online And/or Working at Home.
What working from home means and how to make it work.
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Specially-The first adventure of a special Fennec Fox-THE GIANT MOUTH
A cute story about a stuffed fennec fox's new life.
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Mother’s Day, What Will Your Child Give? a Tale and an Idea.
A cute story about a special Mother's Day Gift that anyone can use to make mothers around the world feel special.
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Spring Is Once More in the Air.
A descriptive story about spring.
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Are People Like Peanut Butter? (a Humorous Look at People)
A funny comparison between people and different types of peanut butter.
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I Lost My Mother-a Sad Poem
A sad poem about how I felt when my mother died.
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What goes through people's minds?
A funny look at what people think when you catch them off guard.
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Laughter, Does It Help?
Looking at the question of whether or not laughter and humor can make you healthier.
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Are You Guilty of 'Sweating the Small Stuff'
A list of handy advice to stop 'sweating the small stuff'' and get on with your life stress-free.
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The Presentation-a Humorous Tale.
A funny look at how cats can wiggle their way into even the most hardened hearts and make an impression of immense proportions.
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Children Speak Another Language From Adults.
A funny yet seemingly truthful rendition of how children hear what adults tell them and then act on what they heard.
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Is it safe to open our e-mails?
Ways to protect ourselves when opening our e-mails.
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A Vicious Circle
Work is supposed to be a place where everyone works together as a team, but seldom does.
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Should You Loan Money to Family And/or Friends?
Advice on loaning money to family and friends.
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Contracts, What You Should Know Before You Sign.
Information on contracts and how they can be used against you and your property.
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How we chose the names for our pets.
It is so hard to name a pet. Do you give them a silly name or a pretty name? Here's how we did it. Maybe it will help you name your pet should you be stuck.
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Easter Treasure Hunt
An Easter Tradition for you and your kids to enjoy; an exciting Treasure Hunt right in the home.
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Are the times with my children repeating themselves
A humorous look at how we become our parents and our children become us.
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The Life of a Seed Tossed by the Wind.
See how a seed, at the mercy of the elements, might outwit them.
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Do You Know What Planet Rules Each Day of the Week?
How each planet rules each day. Also includes a quick description of Mythological Associations.
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Today, I Start Anew....
A poem about starting over and facing life as it is as well as informative steps towards that goal.
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From a Child's Perspective, What They Seem to Hear.....
A humorous look at how children seem to perceive adult words.
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Valentine's Day--What to Do--What to Say...
Thoughtful and thought-provoking gift ideas for your Valentine.
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The Beauty of a Snowfall
I have described for you a snowfall as I see it, giving you the feelings I get when I see a snow covered field untouched by man. I hope you will enjoy it as much as I do.
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How to Host a Great Party for Your Little Ones and Not so Little Ones.
Tips and advice on hosting a party without stress, strife, or worry.
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Use Your Paycheck Wisely
How to stretch your paycheck further each week and still have fun with family and friends.
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Did You Ever See a Cat.......
A cute poem about cat antics. Thier fun moments and their cute moments.
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Appreciating the lack of pain, chronic pain can be debilitating
Chronic pain, it affects us all differently, but can be debilitating. Try to be sympathetic to someone with chronic pain.
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Migraines, Their Causes and Their Effects.
Information on migraines and how they can affect your health.
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What You Can Do for Your Valentine.
A thoughtful, eye opening list of dos, don'ts and how tos for Valentine's Day.
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The Lost Child
A fictional story about a child, kidnapped with her mother, who escapes her captures into a heavy snow storm.
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Ten Unique Things We Can Do to Keep Our Kids Healthy.
Ten unusual ways to keep kids healthy besides eating right, exercising and vaccinations.
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Jerry's New Year's Resolution
A cute, humorous story about a young boy's New Year's Resolution.
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Renewable Energy from simple sources, saving money and your future
Easy ways things you can do in your home now to save your wallet and the environment in the process.
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A Simple, Easy to Follow Budget.
A quick, easy budget with suggestions on easy ways to cut your spending.
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Balancing your Bank Statement
How to balance your bank statement with your check register--also known as reconciling your bank statement.
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How to use the Check Register
The check register helps you to keep track of your spending especially when you are using an ATM/Debit card. Keeping one helps you avoid fees and penalties.
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Checking and Debit Accounts, General Information
Information about checking accounts, ATM's, Debit Cards and writing a personal check.
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A Comical Letter From Santa
A funny letter from Santa to his 'loyal' followers from age 1 to 101.
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The Christmas We Would Never Forget
A fictitious scary/humorous story written as if from the eyes of a young teenager.
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Should we keep our infant's environment totally sterile?
Are there dangers to over-cleaning your child's environment? Possibly!
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Bad Attitudes Can Make Everyone's Life Miserable
Having a bad attitude can affect those around you.
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Depression, the Fuse of Possibilities, Not the End of Life.
Depression is the fuse that starts with a problem, but it is not the end of living.
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Procrastination, How Does Ours Affect Others?
Procrastinating, it hurts, it harms, it causes anger in others, and here's how.
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How does “Procrastinating” affect us?
Consequences of Procrastination. Do you believe there are any?
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Ocean Blanket to Crochet
A unique pattern for a unique crocheted blanket or afghan.
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Dangers of Bumper Stickers and Decals
Description of possible hazards with bumper stickers and decals that are small, difficult to read, or give your family numbers away.
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How to Deal With Hate During Divorce and After
A guide to avoiding the hate, and why this is important.
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Ode to Our Cat Tigger
A poem about a beloved cat who suffered and ultimately died from cancer.
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Christmas Gifts from the heart
Sometimes we forget what Christmas is about; here are some items that might help you and a loved one remember that it is all "from the heart".
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As The Seasons Change, A Tree's Point Of View
What would a tree feel when spring turns to summer and summer cools to fall which turns to winters freezing winds? Here are my thoughts on the subject.
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Cleaning Tips for a Busy Life-Style
Hints for fast cleaning and keeping your home smelling sweet in between heavier cleanings.
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Holiday Messages For All Occasions
Fun message for the holidays, seasons, or just plain fun.
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What does 'stop and smell the roses' mean?
A story about taking the time to see around you.
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Crazy Cats and Their Antics
A crazy photo gallery of kitty fun.
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Slow Down for Christmas, Ten Tips for a Happier Christmas.
Ten tips for a worry-free, hassle-free, stress-free Holiday.
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What happened in Mystie, was it myth, legend, or.......?
A fictional story about a small sleepy town and its ghostly legend.
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I dreamt the day away, could I be in trouble?
A funny poem and some facts about daydreaming.
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Robbie's Storm
A boys excitement for a wild thunderstorm.
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The Manager, A Poem
A poem about the difficulties of management.
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What Does Christmas Mean to Me, or You, or Anyone?
People feel differently about different things making their meanings for those things, including Christmas, different. Come read mine, and maybe fondly remember some of yours.
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It Happened on Halloween Night...
A great story to start the Halloween season.
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Are "Old Wives Tales" Based on Fact?
A discussion on whether old wives tales are based on fact or superstitions.
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What to Do When You Feel Bad
Ideas on how to pull yourself out of the dumps.
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What Items Should Be Winterized?
A list of things you can do to make winter a little easier on your outdoor items and you.
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When People Cared.....
How things have changed in the world around us. And a hope we can get some of it back.
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How to Stop Overdrawing Your Account.
Maintaining an 'unhealthy' account (many overdrafts and bounced checks for example) could land you in jail for fraud. This article will tell you how to stop the problem in its tracks.
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Decorating With Nature
Decorating using natural leaves, branches, pine cones and other items from nature.
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Halloween Games and Activities for Your Halloween Party
Party ideas for a Halloween party or any party.
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Putting Down Your Animal Friend, a Difficult but Necessary Decision
When a pet needs to be euthanized, how do you make the decision?
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New Christmas Traditions That Could Last for Generations
Christmas Traditions that you can do with your family to make your holiday happier, fuller and less stressed.
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Something Different for Gifts of Every Kind
Gifts that are easy, cost effective, and will be cherished for years to come.
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The Room (a Halloween Tale)
A Halloween tale about a scary secret room. Would you enter if you had the chance?
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What Your Cat's Behaviors, Body Language, and Sounds Mean
Learn why cats behave the way they do, what their body language means, and what they're trying to say.