Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 16, 2015

My Mother-in-law has long recognized the power of gratitude. This not-so-subtle message let the parents know that it was their duty to instill a sense of gratitude in their children so that the kids could reap the benefits of gratitude. What benefits does gratitude bring? Gratitude can make you healthier.

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

With amusing rhyming verse to tell the story, the point gets across… that anyone can become a friend. This story is one to tickle the heart of any child, and subtly spark the spirit of gratitude within them. Of course if you cannot find any locally then there are plenty of classes to be found online as well.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 13, 2014

The point of this isn’t to bash my friend, I love her and to be fair, she’s just following the example set by the “norm” around her, (this is Northern New Jersey, NYC suburbs, I realize the norm is different depending on where you live, your culture, background, etc). Where’s the celebration?

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Motherhood Moments

MARCH 9, 2023

He had outgrown a “mound” at a park near our house, so we ventured to another sledding spot popular with teenagers, but it was too steep.Undeterred, we found another hill, and this time made our way through the crowd to find a starting point. I looked off to the side for a moment, long enough for Peder to disappear. Then I saw him.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

MARCH 28, 2016

Meditation is an ancient practice, learned from a teacher, that involves sitting quietly with one pointed focus. I may slip back a time or two or many, but I find my way back to my breath. There has been a growing interest in meditation, which has many people wanting to learn more. Guided Meditation.

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