Of all the commandments and counsel we receive from our church leaders, none are clearer or more detailed than to be prepared for the future. And yet, none seem to be forgotten so soon after we turn off the TV at the end of conference."The instability in the world today makes it imperative that we take heed of the counsel and prepare for the future. Start now to create a plan if you don't already have one, or update your present...more
If you are a family member, particularly if you are a parent or caretaker, chances are good that you are quite concerned with the well-being of every single soul in your household. This is true regardless of how traditional or non-traditional your family unit may be. We want the best for those we care about, and one way to insure the best is with good family health care plans.It is clear that for some of us, however, getting good coverage seems a...more
This week's "day-tripping" article is not just for sports fans and the promoters of this sport is going to make sure that's a sure thing. Just a few weeks ago, my series took us to Charlotte and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. The HOF is a family-oriented museum dedicated to the history of the kind of racing that was born in the Carolinas. Over the years, the sport has undergone a few extreme make-overs and has evolved into a sport attracting millions of dollars in advertising, attendance and apparel. A visit to any of our nearby Sprint Cup tracks would find a huge crowd of fans spanning every demographic and economic group, however the recent downturn in the economy has led to, just like in Raleigh real estate, a "buyer's market" in sports. There are five races coming up in the 2010 season that would make great day trips from the Raleigh-Durham area: Bristol (8/21), Atlanta (9/5) which may be a stretch at 370 miles but still great for a weekend, Richmond (9/11), Charlotte (10/16) and Martinsville (10/24). I was a big race fan about 15 years ago and still follow the sport from time to time and my most recent surprise was watching the Brickyard 400 last month and seeing all the empty...more
In the field of early professional photography, the real essence of family photography was overlooked. Back then, photographers don't know how to motivate their family subjects during portrait sessions, while the family on the other hand does not feel any desire to participate. It can be observed that most if not all family stills from centuries...more
It may take some time convincing individual relatives that a camping trip is a good idea, but wonderful memories and bonding can be created. Everyone just has to be willing to put in the effort. One issue that has to be considered before embarking on a family camping trip is that everyone will be in close proximity to each other for quite a...more
The family is the basis of the American experience. The family is why we work, its why we strive to do better than our parents, its why we seek alternative fuels, try to find ways to reduce our carbon footprint, and why we vote. Our families mean the world to us and doing whatever we can to provide for their physical, emotional, spiritual, and social needs is our priority. But what do we do when the family begins to fall apart? What do we do when tragedy strikes and the family suffers? A San Diego family therapist is a certified therapist with extensive experience counseling families as individual members, and in groups.If your family has been struggling, whether a single member or the whole clan, scheduling a visit with a family therapist is the first step to getting help. But what do you look for in a San Diego family therapist for your family?Your family deserves the best therapist San Diego can provide, but not every San Diego family therapist is right for your situation. Each family therapist trains and studies in different areas of family counseling. Some may have experience and training in domestic abuse, and violent situations, and others have experience and training in...more
There are times in peoples lives when it is hard to think clearly yet they have to make crucial decisions that can effect the rest of their lives during those trying times. Living in a city like Los Angeles where there are so many different...more
Melbourne is a wonderful city to visit at any time of the year. There are many fantastic Melbourne hotels to choose from when it comes to accommodating your family too. Melbourne is often tagged as the most European city in Australia and within...more
Are you feeling claustrophobic in your everyday routine? Do you find yourself waking up each morning dreading the reality of another day like the one before? When this feeling sets in, we forget how to enjoy the little pleasures in life, such as...more
When most people plan a holiday to Queensland, they naturally gravitate towards the Gold Coast, especially when they are taking their children. But there are many Brisbane hotels that are family friendly that offer you an unparalleled opportunity to...more
A family tree is a chart that represents family history and relations in a tree like structure. It is also popularly referred to as a pedigree chart. It normally begins with the oldest generations at the top of the tree. The youngest generation is...more
A chart which presents the relations and history of a family using a treelike structure is referred to as a family tree. It can also be called a pedigree chart. The oldest generation is normally at the top of this tree. The newest generation is found...more