Daisy May & Me: Inspiration and positive living

Elements of Friendship: Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan

Elements of Friendship: Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan

"I would rather walk with a friend in the dark, than alone in the light."

- Helen Keller

 

When I think about epic friendships in history, I think about Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan.

Many know the basic facts about their story, but some of the greatest aspects of their friendship are not as well known: the empathy, camaraderie, and service Helen and Anne shared.

Madam CJ Walker: America's First Self-Made Female Millionaire

Madam CJ Walker: America's First Self-Made Female Millionaire

Out of the many inspirational women I looked up in my search of women and finances, Madam C.J. Walker stood out among them. As the first American female self-made millionaire, how could she not? Madam Walker exhibited all of the traits that I wanted to learn about and now share with you all.

 

"Don't sit down and wait for the opportunities to come. Get up and make them."

                                        - Madam C.J. Walker

Gratitude and Teaching It to Your Kids

Gratitude and Teaching It to Your Kids
  We've heard that gratitude is not only good for our mental health, but our physical health as well. Just like all the other things that are sup...

Tips for Healthy Internet & Device Usage: For Kids & Adults

Tips for Healthy Internet & Device Usage: For Kids & Adults

Do you know how much time you spend on your phone daily? 

I mean the exact amount of time? 

Your phone does. It can tell you how much time you spend on each app and the total amount of time you spend on your phone each day. It can tell you how many times you unlock your phone too.

It's a sobering thing.

Do you have boundaries set for your phone/device use? What about for your kids' phone and device use? 

Do you talk about internet and device safety with your kids? 

We've got some simple tips and suggestions in this blog post to get the ball rolling for you and your family. 

It's so important to teach our kids how to use these tools properly. It's too easy to get sucked in, to be someone we are not, and to share way too much information to people we shouldn't. 

What are some things that have worked for your family? What are some things that you or your family are struggling with?