The International No Diet Day (INDD) is celebrated on May 06. It is an annual celebration of body acceptance and diversity. This day is also dedicated to promoting a healthy life style and raise awareness of the dangers and futility of dieting. The symbol of the No Diet Day is a blue ribbon, similar to the red ribbon of the World AIDS Day. International No Diet Day was created by Mary Evans Young in 1992, Mary is the director of the British group "Diet Breakers". After personally … [Read more...]
Good Friday, celebrated by Christians around the globe!
March 27, 2024 by
Good Friday is a religious holiday observed primarily by Christians commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his death at Calvary. The holiday is observed during Holy Week as part of the Paschal Tridum on the Friday preceding Easter Sunday, and may coincide with the Jewish observance of Passover. It is also known as Holy Friday, Great Friday, Black Friday, or Easter Friday, though the latter properly refers to the Friday in Easter week. Good Friday is the Friday before Easter, which … [Read more...]
History of Valentine’s Day
February 13, 2024 by
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
April 3, 2022 by
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...]
Top Things to Do in San Francisco for Women Travellers
April 7, 2020 by
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
March 4, 2020 by
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...]
Unique Travel Experiences for Your Next Trip
August 21, 2019 by
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
September 24, 2018 by
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
April 20, 2018 by
“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
January 30, 2018 by
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
May 18, 2017 by
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...]
