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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Gratitude Grandchildren Psychology Kids and Family 100

Motherhood Moments

MARCH 9, 2023

After Peder was born, in February 2000, I went on maternity leave from The Providence Journal , where I was working as a reporter. I also included in The Good Slope essays I wrote for The Journal when I was working as a reporter, as well as essays I freelanced to various publications over the years. I was speechless, but happy.

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Son Rhode Island Journal Graduation 100

For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Secrets are uncovered and hearts are restored in Jacobs Mill as they all work together to rennovate an old smokehouse into a new shop called Second Chances. With amusing rhyming verse to tell the story, the point gets across… that anyone can become a friend. Download: Home to Walnut Ridge by Diane Moody.

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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? Get Healthy'

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Taxes Wedding Finance Occasions 178

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. Here are a few things I’ve learned about meditation and what works best for me: Seek A Teacher. I may slip back a time or two or many, but I find my way back to my breath. Guided Meditation.

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