sharks

Shark Tales: Distinguishing Facts from Fiction

By Christina Vila | June 21, 2023 | Blog
Sharks have a bad reputation. Blame their rows of sharp teeth or the images we’ve been fed through movies like “Jaws.” But they’re not all bad, and they’re completely necessary for the ocean environment. George Burgess, a shark biologist and director of the Florida Program for Shark Research at the University of Florida, expels some

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summer cocktails

4 Summer Cocktails to Soak Up the Sun!

By Renee Castro | June 12, 2023 | Forks & Spoons
Summer will officially be here this Saturday on June 20! Get ready for a sunny weekend by learning how to make these four summer cocktails. Perfect for a relaxing day by the pool! Frozen Mojito Ingredients: 1⁄2 cup white rum 1⁄4 cup lime juice 10 mint leaves 1⁄4 cup club soda 1⁄2 tablespoons simple syrup

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swimmers ear

Tips for Treating Swimmer’s Ear

By Isabella Sorresso | June 12, 2023 | Blog
You know that annoying moment when you’re having a fun day at the pool and you jump out only to find that you have water stuck in your ear? You awkwardly shake your head around and whack your ear from the other side to get the water out, but no luck. Not only can the

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5 Ways to Eat More Strawberries!

By Isabella Sorresso | May 16, 2023 | Blog
Summertime is almost here, and with that means peak strawberry season! You have waited all year for these delicious berries to be readily available at the grocery store, and now that they are here, you have got to take advantage. Whether you are looking to add strawberries to your next meal, a quick snack or

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Mom Should Do For Herself

8 Things Every Mom Should Do For Herself

By Samantha Bradley | May 8, 2023 | Blog
Let’s face it, being a mom can be really tough for a number of reasons. We spend so much time taking care of our significant others, kids and pets that we sometimes forget to take care of ourselves. Moms need to get away and splurge on themselves every now and then. Here are the eight

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sleep training

Learn More About Sleep Training Your Child

By Amanda Roland | April 25, 2023 | Early Years , Health
When we had our first child, my husband and I were clueless about most everything baby-related. After a few months of being completely overwhelmed and exhausted, I was desperate to find that elusive thing that evades most parents of newborns—SLEEP. We all hear during our pregnancy “to get your sleep now,” but until you actually

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Composting

Waste Not, Want Not: Composting Your Way to a Happier Garden

By Colleen McTiernan | April 19, 2023 | Articles , Happy Home
Every day the average person generates 4.3 pounds of waste, according to the Duke University Center for Sustainability and Commerce. And of those 4.3 pounds, about 65 percent is made up of food scraps and yard waste — items that can instead be given new life in your garden through composting! Benefits of compost Aside

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Bird Feeders

DIY Bird Feeders to Make At Home!

By Isabella Sorresso | April 18, 2023 | Local Fun
Living in Florida has many advantages, one of which is that there is an abundance of wildlife right outside your door, like lizards, squirrels, deer and a variety of birds. You can get an even closer look at the house finches, eastern towhees and common starlings flying around your neighborhood by making DIY bird feeders

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Tips on Laundry

So Fresh and So Clean: Fun Facts and Tips For Laundry

By Tracy Wright | April 11, 2023 | DIY , Happy Home
Laundry is a chore that you can teach to children as young as preschool age! We have fun facts and tips for laundry that you can use with your kiddos! Explain to all kids this five-step method (Chuck, Clean, Dry, Fold and Put Away). You can even make it a fun song for your kids

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Teen Driving

Teen Driving: What To Know and How to Help

By Lisa Katz | April 11, 2023 | Conception 2 College , Teens
When it comes to teen driving, it can be overwhelming to get behind the wheel for the first time. It can also be extremely risky. The best thing for a new driver is to feel comfortable, knowledgeable and prepared, and it is your role as the parent to get your teen ready, whether you teach

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