Empty Nesters Can Fill Empty Hours With Purpose

Your days used to revolve around your career, family, and your children's events and activities. Then, the children grew up and left the nest. You now have the free time to pursue those hobbies you had long put off, to travel the world, or even to learn that new dance move. There are many people who long for these child-free moments, putting behind a life once filled with packed schedules and parenting duties. And at the same time, there are those who struggle daily with Read More >

Preparing For Your Elder Parents’ Future Begins Today

I recently returned to my childhood home in Virginia to spend some much-needed time with my parents. I always look forward to catching up with my nieces and nephews and seeing how much they have grown, as well as visiting old friends and relaxing at the oceanfront. The other day, I had a deep conversation with Dad at his garden - something I had never done with him in my life. Dad is a fiercely independent man approaching his eighth decade soon who always preferred to Read More >

Why Time with Family Matters

Spending time with your family is one of the most important things you can do. Time together gives you an opportunity to laugh together, cry together, share your hearts with each other and really get to know each other. When you spend time with your family, you are building relationships with the people who are the most important to you. Even though spending time together can be challenging because of the busy lives we all lead, making the time to be together on a Read More >

How To Achieve Time Management Success For Parents

You need to drop the kids off at daycare or school, commute to work, will face big deadlines at the office, figure out what to make for dinner, fold the laundry, find time to shuttle the kids to soccer practice … being a parent requires a huge time commitment which can also lead to huge stress. As parents raising families in a hectic world, it is becoming increasingly important to learn ways to manage time efficiently and effectively in order to achieve balance in life. Read More >