Raising kids (or grandkids) in today’s toxic environment of constant negative news is a challenge. There’s never been a more important time to teach children compassion, kindness, empathy and to value ALL forms of diversity. And, you can’t start too young! With the help of my sweet grandson Ace, I’m sharing a
Everyone loves sparkly makeup. And the secret to that shimmer? It’s mica. Mica is a globally sourced mineral used in many of our day-to-day products—from automotive paints, to electronics, to beauty formulas. Mica is the beauty industry go-to for creating that shimmery glow we all know and love (think highlighters, eyeshadows,
According to a recent CBS News poll, two-thirds of Americans listen to podcasts at least once in a while, including 23% who do so a few times a week. The explosion of podcast content means that there is too much great content. Nobody has time to listen to every episode of their favorite podcast. So I’ve started this running
This is the first in a series of Entertainment for Grownups reviews that I plan to do. Here are three badass women you need to check out right now. And in honor of Mother’s Day, they’re all mamas. Brene Brown – The Call To Courage (Netflix) I’ve been a Brene Brown fangirl for decades. But the rest of the world
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS Inspired by the tragic wake of the recent gun violence in America’s schools, here is Ann Hampton Callaway performing her original song called “Thoughts And Prayers” that addresses the epidemic of mass shootings and the urgent need for effective gun control legislation. For more information on
Every Tuesday I try a new product and post a (brutally honest) review. This week I’m trying reusable straws. I’m sure you’ve heard of Star Wars? Well, in our house, we have Straw Wars. That’s because a few months ago I “banned” plastic straws. I stopped buying them and instead I bought a package
Gun related deaths are the 3rd leading cause of death for American children. Let that sink in. Gun related deaths are the 3rd leading cause of death for American children*. Today there was yet another school shooting. More people have been killed at schools this year than have been killed while serving in the military. Ten people
