The power of touch can produce incredible effects.  Skin-to-skin contact is important to our entire lives, from baby up.  Massages can relieve stress, aches and pains, improve circulation – tons of physical and mental benefits.  Touch enhances positive emotions, so it is …

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A family photo!

(A little gallery of photos is below the post!) As summer approaches each year, many people gain excitement.  Perhaps it is simply the warmer weather they anticipate or maybe it is the vacation(s) they look forward to.  I don’t know. …

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    Ah, playdates.  Let’s take a look at some of the advantages and disadvantages of hosting a playdate in your home. Pros: Child interaction Parent interaction Reason to REALLY clean your house before everyone comes. Cons: Child interaction likely …

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Recently, Big Daddy Orange was relaxing on the couch with a blanket.  I pulled said blanket off of him and he asked why?  My reply:  “I’m making yogurt”.  Confused? This post will clear it up! Making my own yogurt was …

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