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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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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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 17, 2012

Confidence is linked to how you perceive yourself and can influence how others see you, making this is a really important area to work on. Remember your good points and work on your weaknesses; doing something positive towards increasing your confidence gives you a real boost. It really does work; at least it did for me.

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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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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. There has been a growing interest in meditation, which has many people wanting to learn more. Guided Meditation.

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