At this point in the collective COVID-19 crisis, universal ‘wins’ seem hard to come by. Take for example the widespread stay-at-home measures, during which people reduced their activity in hopes of flattening the curve. Almost immediately, the environmental benefits of reduced commuting, air travel, and city pollution were clear: bright blue skies, night scars, and a … [Read more...] about Living Smaller, Smarter, Longer: The Sustainable Solution To Meet The New Age
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3 Unexpected Supplies to Improve Your Classroom
Are you looking for ways to make your classroom more comfortable? Sometimes, the most unexpected supplies are the ones we feel like we need most, dealing with problems that are specific to our own classroom and needs. I will freely admit, when I was teaching, it was one of the more challenging things I faced, with bleak walls and a classroom that looked similar to a large … [Read more...] about 3 Unexpected Supplies to Improve Your Classroom
Are You Getting Enough Sleep: Why Sleep is Important
Do you get enough sleep every night? With our busy lifestyles, it isn’t shocking that most Americans just aren’t getting enough sleep. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that adults get at least seven hours of sleep a night. Not only is it the CDC, but the National Sleep Foundation, as well, which uses studies to determine the recommended amount of sleep per age. … [Read more...] about Are You Getting Enough Sleep: Why Sleep is Important
DIY Lavender Bath Bomb Recipe
Do you like the idea of making your own DIY bath bombs? This year, one of my big themes is taking care of myself – both physically and mentally. One of the ways I have been doing this is spending more time reading, especially in a nice, long bath. When I’m stressed, I especially love relaxing with some amazing bath salts or better yet, bath bombs. There is just something … [Read more...] about DIY Lavender Bath Bomb Recipe
Car Seat Safety Week #TheRightSeat
Did you know that every 33 seconds a child under 13 is involved in a car crash in the United States? That probably isn’t the first thing you think about when you are hauling your kids to school, the grocery store, or anywhere else around town. And really, you shouldn’t have to worry about whether or not your child is safely snuggled into the right car seat every time you get in … [Read more...] about Car Seat Safety Week #TheRightSeat