As stressful as it is, moving is an inevitable part of many people’s lives. That stress might be even greater if you are moving to a city as busy as Hong Kong. Chances are you’re a military family having to move there due to deployment, going to HK for a better job, or seeking an adventurous and more colorful life. …
[Free Book] How To Coupon The Right Way?
If you’re a super-mom, you know where your super powers stem from – all the tips and tricks you know on keeping your family happy, well-fed and well-dressed! I wasn’t born with all of them, but I spent a lot of time researching and googling to find as many of those tricks as possible. Topics such as budgeting, couponing, and similar …
The 4 Major Benefits Programs for Veterans
Veterans Days is the day observed by the federal government for the country to celebrate servicemen and women. We honor these servicemen and women who have risked their lives to give the citizens of the United States the continuous freedom, that some of us often take for granted. Since officially being passed as a federal holiday in 1938, the benefits …
The Military and Drug Addiction: Understanding the Crisis
Military personnel has a unique angle in dealing with various issues and stressors than an average citizen. Wartime and combat deployment put military veterans and active duty at risk for drugs and alcohol abuse. Adding the zero-tolerance policies and stigmas that are present in the military make many to avoid seeking help. In military personnel, prescription drug abuse is higher …
Clever Ways To Organize Your Tiny Kitchen
Just because your kitchen is small doesn’t mean it has to feel cluttered. There are ways for you to organize it in a way that is both compartmentalized for ease of travel, and convenient for regular day-to-day cooking. You may even find doing so is easier than you expected. With any undertaking, you want to start by sitting down, figuring …
How Not to Lose Contact With Your Military Husband/Boyfriend at a Distance
Falling in love is such a magical experience. When you fall in love with someone, you want to be able to speak with him all of the time and spend as much time together as possible. However, if you fall in love with a serviceman, these fairytale relationships aren’t always possible. While many servicemen and servicewomen have long-lasting, committed relationships, …
Is It Too Soon To Give Your Child A Phone?
As a parent, one of the toughest decisions you will have to make is deciding if and when to give your child a phone. In a day and age where the internet is just as scary as it is glorious, you have every right to be a little apprehensive. So what exactly is the best age for children to have …
The Do’s and Don’ts of Holiday Gift-Giving
Even though it’s still September, the holiday season is going to arrive faster than we think, so it’s a good idea to be prepared on time. Here are some basic do’s and don’ts you should have in mind when getting gifts for your friends and family. Do: Give something that reflects both you and the recipient It has been shown …
5 Travel Vacations In Asia And The Far East For Families
The world is opening up. Forbes lists these five locales as pertain to Asian destinations that have become popular. Some may be explored below, but ask yourself: do you want to go to the areas which have already become “tourist traps”, or blaze some new territory? Families in Asia have to vacation too—where are they going? Following are five locations worth …
How a hankering for Honduran found satisfaction at a hidden gem of Florida foodie culture
You know how a food hankering happens? This one came on after a beautiful morning running and swimming off Florida’s Daytona Beach. Bright sun and cool sea added up to a ravenous hunger. For flavorsome food, with a citrus tang, and just a little saltiness. Honduran. Once you’ve tasted the unique flavors of this central American cuisine, you find yourself …