Why I Chose Approved Carpet Care – A Review
There are several options for carpet cleaners in the Malibu, Thousand Oaks area, but there really is only one good choice. I discovered this recently when I was moving and needed to have my carpets cleaned. As I began my research into professional carpet cleaning, I was surprised at what I learned – check out 6 reasons to have your carpet professionally cleaned – and I was overwhelmed by finding a good, quality carpet cleaner...
6 Reasons to Have Your Carpet Professionally Cleaned & Who to Hire
Whether you live alone, with roommates, children or pets, having your carpets professionally cleaned 2 times a year is integral to leading a healthy, conscious life. We all know how important the quality of our air is to our health. But what most of us don’t realize is just how much our carpets affect the quality of our air. Our family is super busy and sometimes can be caught drinking/snacking/crafting around the house… when things...
Hello 2017, Goodbye 2016
What a crazy, roller coaster of a year 2016 was. Yet still, I’m sad to see it go. My family and I experienced some extreme changes during 2016, as many of us have. 2016 seemed a tumultuous year on several levels, not only in our homes but within our nation as well. The end of 2016 brought my children and I to a new home as we begin our adventures within our new family structure. We have been quietly getting moved in, settled and...
5 Reasons To Bake Holiday Cookies With Your Kids Plus 4 Easy Recipes
Given the fast pace of society today, not many of us actually stop to take the time to bake cookies, as opposed to just buying them, with our kids. And with so many delicious bakeries and options out there, who can blame us?! The holidays always fly by with a whirlwind of tinsel, mistletoe and holiday parties. I always intend to have a holiday cookie baking day and then all of sudden… it is after New Years! But this year, I carved out...
5 Reasons Why You Should Set An Intention Word Every Year
It’s that time of year again… The one that has everyone thinking about all of the good and the bad of the past year and hoping for only good in the coming new year. Some people like to make resolutions, a list of specific things that they wish to change, follow through on for a few weeks than forget about by months’ end (I know I used to!). But on my path to consciousness, I realized something. Our lives are fueled by our perceptions...
31 Ways To Give Back This Holiday Season
Have you ever heard of the ripple effect? How one small act can lead to something big and amazing? When you share small acts of kindness, you are in fact doing much more than you think. Kindness is contagious, and the more acts of kindness done, the more cheer there will be in this world. Giving back and being kind will not only make you feel good, but it will make the recipients feel good and will inspire others to feel good. So why...
Through A Child’s Eyes
Can you remember how you viewed the world as a child? As we grow and go through life, our perspective changes. Things that we would never have even noticed as a child seem to work their way in to affect our choices. As I watch my children grow now, I am fascinated by how they perceive and value things. I think there is a lot to learn (or remember) from our kids that we often dismiss because of how busy we are or how wrapped up in a...
8 Things To Do In The Snow With Kids
Snow is magical. We all get so excited when we look outside and see it is snowing, it makes us feel like we are in a winter wonderland. Watching it snow is only the beginning of the fun! The kids can’t wait to get out and play in it as snow offers endless opportunities for entertainment! Ok, I admit it, I look forward to playing in the snow too!! 8 Things To Do In The Snow With Kids Go sledriding! Find a hill, get a tube or sled and...
5 Things Every Conscious Mom Can Do To Be Happy
Being a conscious mom is amazing and rewarding, but it is not easy! We are always on call having to guide our children through the often-challenging process of growing up, putting pressure on ourselves to do everything right. Thanks to the science of happiness, we know that we can choose to go through life happy. But sometimes, that can be a bit tricky. 5 Things Every Conscious Mom Can Do To Be Happy Respect and love yourself. By...
5 Easy Things You Can Do Every Day To Be Healthier
We are all conscious of our health, in fact most of us are in pursuit of being at our healthiest every single day. There are a few easy things we can be doing each day to be healthier that we often overlook. 5 Easy Things You Can Do Every Day To Be Healthier Drink warm water with a slice of lemon (or at least the water) each morning. Up to 60% of our body is water, and most of us don’t drink enough. Starting your day with some water...