History of Valentine’s Day

Valentine's Day, also called Saint Valentine's Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine, is an annual holiday celebrated on February 14. It originated as a Western Christian liturgical feast day honoring one or more early saints named Valentinus, and is recognized as a significant cultural and commercial celebration in many regions around the world, although it is not a public holiday in any country. Several martyrdom stories associated with the various Valentines that were connected to February … [Read more...]

PAY IT FORWARD – April 30

Established in September of 2000, the Pay It Forward Foundation was established by Catherine Ryan Hyde, author of the inspirational novel Pay It Forward, as a way to inspire a movement of people, all around the world, to show acts of kindness for others. Our primary work is encouraging and inspiring acts of kindness, as well as providing copies of the Young Readers Edition of Pay It Forward for use in schools and other learning environments. What will you do to Pay It Forward and start a … [Read more...]

Groundhog Day, will he be celebrating his shadow?

Celebrated February 2 Groundhog Day is a holiday celebrated on February 2 in the United States and Canada. According to folklore, if it is cloudy when a groundhog emerges from its burrow on this day, it will leave the burrow, signifying that winter will soon end. If on the other hand, it is sunny, the groundhog will supposedly "see its shadow" and retreat back into its burrow, and winter will continue for six more weeks. Modern customs of the holiday involve celebrations where early … [Read more...]

Top Things to Do in San Francisco for Women Travellers

There’s no doubt that San Francisco is one of the best places to visit. Its vibrant and cosmopolitan culture offers a range of exciting places to explore. Plus, the foodie spots are certainly enough to tickle your taste buds. There are a number of areas that provide a variety of experiences in the city. Whether you love history, food, art, or entertainment, there’s something for everyone. Take a look at what’s on offer below: Head to the Golden Gate Bridge The Golden Gate Bridge is … [Read more...]

Why You Should Retire in Jacksonville

Reaching retirement is a huge milestone in one’s life. Retiring means that you’ve put years of hard work in and have finally gotten to the point where you can sit back and relax. While many people choose to simply stay in their current location when they retire, others decide to pack up and find a new retirement location. One of the most common retirement spots is Jacksonville, Florida, a truly perfect location for retirees. It’s understandable why one would be hesitant to move, but locations … [Read more...]

What to Do if You Are Struggling with a Mental Disorder

Mental disorders cover a wide range of conditions that a great number of people are exposed to throughout their lives, from mental health issues such as depression and anxiety to addiction disorders related to drugs or alcohol. If you believe that you are showing the signs of a mental disorder, it is important that you seek help straight away and that you do not ignore any of the symptoms that you are experiencing. · Find Treatment The best step to take when experiencing a mental disorder … [Read more...]

Unique Travel Experiences for Your Next Trip

Traditional travel usually includes a plane ticket, hotel reservations and managing bus schedules, but it doesn't always include a taste of local culture or enough relaxation. Take your trip to the next level with unique travel experiences like embarking on a cruise, finding accommodations in a local neighborhood, or traveling long distances via a sleeper train. Embark on a Cruise While traveling, there's a fine line between finding time to relax and making the most of your time there. … [Read more...]

Making Your Christmas Shopping Plan

In life, when it comes to Christmas shopping, there are two types of people. There are those who plan well in advance to save last-minute rushing around and those who do exactly that, leave it to the last minute! The date of Christmas never changes and so there are no excuses not to set a plan as this will not only ensure you are organised come Christmas day, but it will also ensure that you are more effective in your Christmas purchases, that you don’t overspend and you will probably even be … [Read more...]

Indy Mom Looking for Some Serious “Me Time?” Three Fabulous Ideas to Treat Yourself

“Me time” is something that’s incredibly hard to come by, regardless of whether you’ve been a mom for six months or six years. What used to be a sort of “no big deal” outing now requires painstaking preparation. Even something as simple as going to the movies requires you to align your schedules, mark your calendar and As such, you need to make the absolute most of the times that you do get to spend on your own. And don’t think of “me time” as neglecting the responsibilities of your child … [Read more...]

Demand for Nurse Practitioners is Skyrocketing in Texas

According to reports, a demand for nurse practitioners is high across the United States, in part due to the AMA capping medical school enrollment in the 1990's to maximize earnings for M.D.s. Yet demand for medical professionals hasn’t slackened as the population has both grown and aged. Nurse practitioners evolved to fill in the gap. However, demand for NP's varies across the nation. Demand for nurse practitioners is skyrocketing in Texas. Let’s look at the reasons behind the nurse shortage … [Read more...]

Organizing Your Workspace with 21st Century Considerations

Covering All Your Bases If you’re running a small business in Texas, California, Colorado, or anywhere in the US today, you’re going to have a lot of legal red tape that must be overcome for successful and profitable operations. This is, like so many things in life, easier said than done. One of the best ways you can be sure you overcome such difficulties is to employ the right people. But even if you have the right people, employee management is only one aspect of the many you must learn … [Read more...]

How Would Today’s Woman Fare in the Old West? Find Out!

There is something to be said about equality, but the problem is, many people simply have it wrong! Equality is all about getting equal rights, not about confusing what nature has to say about the limitations of our bodies. The same holds true for men! There are just some things a man’s body is well suited for and other things which are beyond the scope of what a woman can easily accomplish. Equality is all about getting equal benefits and equal respect no matter which gender you are or if you … [Read more...]

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF HAPPINESS, MARCH 20

This campaign is a global celebration to mark the United Nations International Day of Happiness. It is coordinated by Action for Happiness, a non-profit movement of people from 160 countries, supported by a partnership of like-minded organizations. A profound shift in attitudes is underway all over the world. People are now recognising that 'progress' should be about increasing human happiness and wellbeing, not just growing the economy. March 20 has been established as the annual … [Read more...]

The Ocean Conference, June 5-9, 2017

The Ocean Conference will be held at UN Headquarters in New York on 5-9 June 2017, seeking to spur action to ensure the continued health of the world’s oceans. The conference will comprise of plenary meetings, partnership dialogues and a special event commemorating World Oceans Day. To prepare for this major event, the President of the General Assembly will be organizing a two-day preparatory meeting on 15-16 February in New York. The preparatory meeting will consider the elements of the … [Read more...]

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