Mind mapping your journal entries

Clustering, also known as mind mapping, is a great way to save space and time when journaling. For those of you unfamiliar with mind mapping, you can google the words or read one of Tony Buzan’s (the creator) books. At the end I have included the ten basic rules of mind maps. A mind map is a powerful graphic technique […]

Tips for parents: omen for your child

I wrote my 8 Parenting Tips article a while back, and I just wanted to share one of those tips today called “Omen.” I borrowed this literary term to describe the exercise of narrating your child’s future. This is basically a technique that gives your child something to aspire to. In other words, it gives them a direction or a […]

Ketogenic diets and their rapid weight loss effects

Virtually all weight loss diets, to varying degrees, focus on reducing calories or manipulating the intake of one of the three essential macronutrients (protein, fat, or carbohydrate) to achieve their weight loss effects. Ketogenic diets are a group of “high fat, moderate protein” or “high protein, moderate fat” but very low carbohydrate diets. The term ketogenic basically refers to the […]

"low millions" Adam Cohen talks about his ex-girlfriends and what makes his appetite wet!

Adam Cohen is the front man for the band Low Millions (current radio hit “Statue” and recent debut CD EX-GIRLFRIENDS) and is backed by a very talented group of musicians. Guitarist Michael Chaves has recently worked alongside John Mayer, but he has an impressive list of credentials to go on. Bassist Jorgen Carlsson and drummer Erik Eldenius grew up in […]

PMS: Plagued With PMS? Try the calcium!

Finally, there is hope for millions of women who suffer from PMS. Researchers have found that a regular intake of calcium can reduce PMS by up to 60 percent. It’s a problem that has baffled doctors and worried women. Symptoms that occur a week or two before a woman’s menstrual periods. While these symptoms usually go away after her period […]

God interrupts the hustle to fulfill his purpose

Oh, how mysterious is God! But oh, how trustworthy the Lord is also. On a recent day, a day of supposed holiday cheer, I felt inundated with jobs, tasks, interactions, so-called pressing demands. It may have only been six or seven, but it was enough to take me away from my sole responsibility of caring for my son, with my […]

Decorate with children’s vinyl

The beauty of children’s stickers is that they go far beyond design. For parents looking to brighten up their children’s room or for children who are bored with their walls, kids stickers can help solve the problem without unnecessary hassle. They have a huge design impact and are easy to use, and can help transform the look of a room […]

Musical Animals Birthday Party Game

The perfect game for outdoor birthday parties. This game can be enjoyed by both boys and girls at a children’s party. This was first designed for a Dora the Explorer birthday party. Kind of like musical chairs and a perfect kids outdoor birthday party game. To prepare for this game, you will need to get some pictures of jungle animals. […]

Safe Second Scuba Dive Regulators A Diver’s Best Friend

One of the first things taught in diver training is how to share air in an emergency situation. And although it is taught in scuba training, all divers of all levels must practice it ad nauseam. A diver without air may not get a second chance if the diver and dive buddy are not prepared for an emergency. It’s all […]

Jungle Notes – The final stretch in Tamarindo

In my previous column, I explored the powerful impact the physical environment has on mood, outlook, and attitude. With my recent travel writing excursion still fresh in my mind, I have enjoyed delving into the powerful dynamics of person-environment interaction by comparing and contrasting various hotels and resorts in small towns scattered along the Caribbean and Pacific coasts of Costa […]