As you all know by now, I'm kind of a hippy chick. Okay, there's no kind of. I wear beads. My "uniform" is band t-shirts and tie-dye.  I listen to Classic Rock and Reggae. My favorite artists are Machine Gun Kelly and Mod Sun.  (Look them up if you're into music and aren't offended by curse words.) 

Anyway, I think it's safe to say that the hippy life is the life for me in many ways. And ya know what? I've never been happier, and have never had a cleaner, more intentional lifestyle before. I turn 39 on Monday, and I feel SO much younger than that. I have to attribute much of this to living a pretty darn healthy lifestyle. I quit smoking cold turkey a few years ago, I gave up pop, I don't partake in alcoholic bevvies, and I stay away from any substances that can harm me or become addictive. I want to be the best version of me possible, so I can be the best mother to my kids that I can be. 

Another thing that I feel helps greatly with my overall wellness is CBD. I am a HUGE advocate for CBD and legal hemp/Cannabis in general. I personally take CBD on a daily basis, and it has improved the quality of my life immensely. While CBD isn't meant to treat or cure anything, and that all diagnoses should be doled out by a trusted physician, I CAN testify what CBD has done for me over the past few years, and how using CBD products like those from VIVE CBD has positively impacted my own life. 

It can be hard seeing your relatives getting old. While many people enjoy their later years and take up new hobbies, others struggle with health problems, disabilities (Veteran? See this veterans disability lawyer serving Wisconsin) and loneliness. Seeing loved ones pass away can be distressing and seniors might become isolated or distanced from friends and family.

We all have a part to play in helping our older relatives. Our relatives look after us
when we’re young, so it’s only right that we do the same when they’re old. Not sure
how?

The following tips will help.

Medical help
Seniors can develop health issues more quickly because their immune systems
need to work harder. They are more likely to have serious repercussions from falls.
Help your senior relative by keeping an eye on their health (and don’t forget mental health, too). If they have any ailments or issues, take them to do a doctor
immediately.

Company
Isolation is a big problem for seniors. Due to mobility problems, many people aren’t able to get about as they once could. This means that they stay in their homes and don’t socialize. But your senior relative needs human interaction as much as anyone else. Going over for a cup of tea once a week might just lift their mood and give them the chance to have a good old chat.

Adapting the home
Some seniors might need changes to their home to help them get around with more ease. They might struggle with the stairs or appliances. Help your senior relative to adapt their home by making some calls, installing the correct equipment and moving items around. Everyone deserves to feel comfortable and safe in their own home.

Decoration and cleaning
While practicality in the home is certainly necessary, your senior relative also
deserves to live somewhere that looks nice. Cheer them up by helping them to
decorate and keep the place clean. A spot of dusting and hoovering will make a
huge difference, and so will some lovely bright walls, framed photos of the family and relaxing lighting.

Accompaniment
If your senior relative struggles to get out and about, you can help by accompanying them. Whether they need someone to hold onto, push the wheelchair or carry their bags, a little help with mobility can go a long way. You give them the chance to continue being independent and stick to their routine by providing a little support along the way.

Gardening
Gardening can be difficult on older bodies because it requires a lot of bending down. So, help your elderly relative by pulling out weeds and doing some planting. A beautiful garden will make them smile.

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It's no secret that I am a HUGE fan of CBD, and an advocate for hemp and legal Cannabis in general. I personally use CBD products every single day, and have for years. Whether it's tinctures, gummies, capsules, topical creams, or even CBD/CBG flower, these products have been absolutely essential in my life.

Of course these CBD-rich products are not meant to treat, prevent, or cure any ailment, and you should always talk to your doctor if you have concerns about any new lifestyle changes like CBD. Gotta get that disclosure out of the way. And no, I am not a physician or member of the medical community. 

What I AM is a person who suffers from GAD (Generalized Anxiety Disorder), Depression, and CPTSD (Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.) These have been diagnosed after loads of therapy so I could grow and move past things that hurt me, and I am not a fan of prescription drugs unless they're absolutely necessary. While I am NOT against anyone using meds to deal with their mental health, I didn't like the way they made me feel. I'm kind of paranoid about pills because I have seen firsthand what addiction can do. I stay away from anything addictive or habit forming if I can help it.

I've found that supplementing my lifestyle with daily CBD has been effective in helping me stay relaxed, grounded, and well. In fact, I've never felt better. I have a generally healthy lifestyle to begin with. Self care and making healthy choices is so important. I drink tons of water, nixed my soda habit years ago, and I don't use tobacco or drink at all. I also make sure to get plenty of sleep and stay active. My lifestyle choices are all about my overall wellness, and CBD is a natural fit for me. I'm definitely a fan. 

How’s the Socially Distanced life going for everyone? Is everyone faring well these days? Sadly, we’ve been impacted by this virus, as Dan has been laid off and we’re stuck in Unemployment Limbo for the 4th week much like half of the State of Ohio. The waiting game is beyond stressful, and paired with being cooped up 24/7, is enough to make me have moments that make me want to scream. I'm hanging in there though, and trying my best to make the most of our new "normal"....For now, at least. We're all in this together, and we will get through it together, too. 

Still, Quarantine life has its challenges....Like boredom. 
​
Part of keeping things from becoming too repetitive, Groundhog Day style, we try and change things up while maintaining proper social distancing. No, we may not be able to sit down and eat at our favorite restaurants, but we CAN make an excursion to the Drive-Thru as fun as possible. Hey, my littles are 9 and 10, and Mystery Car Rides to places unknown definitely help to break up the monotony. Added bonus? Drive-Thru adventures give us a change of pace as far as our meals go, and I get an evening off from cooking. It's truly a win for everyone involved. 

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These are weird times we live in. The past few weeks have been eye-opening, uncertain, and just nothing that any of us have experienced before. We've been affected by this crisis, unfortunately. My husband has been temporarily laid off, and we are still in limbo as far as Unemployment filing goes. The state of Ohio is backed up, and we, like many others, have been waiting for weeks....

Still, we understand why this is happening, and we are doing our best to stay home and stay as healthy as possible. We're washing hands religiously, limiting our contact with people outside the home, and we're covering our faces so we don't touch them when we DO go out. 

Another thing we're doing to be on the safe side is make sure we're getting the best nutrients, vitamins, and minerals to support immunity and wellness. Things like B Vitamins and D3 are essential, and I even take a Calming Formula supplement to help keep my calm. This is so important, as I don't typically deal with this level of stress very well. This, too, shall pass, right? We're all in this together, and we have to take it one day at a time. 

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Moms are some of the hardest working, most resilient people on the planet. Moms are carrying the weight of the world on their shoulders, and still somehow keep moving forward, even during the scariest and most uncertain of times. 

As the mom of 3 kids, one grown and the other 2 homeschooled, I stay pretty busy. I'd be lying if I said the stress wasn't real right now, too, as my husband was temporarily laid off due to current world events. I have been doing my absolute best to remain positive and optimistic, but I have to admit, I am scared, too. 

To keep my own wellness in check, I make it a point to take at least an hour of "me time" here at home every single day. Often, that means hiding in the bathroom with tunes, a good book, some calming CBD goodies, and a nice, hot bath. It's like an escape from the world, surrounded by things I love, just for a little while. That recharge is important, and a much needed part of my day. Taking this time helps me to manage my stress and stay grounded, even during these weird, weird times we live in. 

Are you struggling to make sure your kids are getting the best nutrition? Maybe you have picky eaters, like I do. My son, Xander, is very particular about what he eats, and loves snacks like applesauce and yogurt.

To ensure proper brain development, it's important that kids get essential Omega-3s, DHA, and Choline. These give the brain "building blocks" to ensure that young brains remain healthy and in great condition to learn. 

But how would one get these perks if they don't care for seafood, which is a usual source for Omega-3 fatty acids.  I know I don't care for seafood, and choose to get my Omega-3s from supplements because I simply cannot stomach the idea of eating fish. Yeah, I am weird. I know. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree, and my kiddos aren't fans of fishies, either. 

​Thankfully, we discovered Brainiac Kids. 

​Being in any kind of accident can be a hugely traumatic experience, but being
in a car accident can be a whole new ball game. If you are lucky enough to not
have suffered any kind of serious injury and can walk away from the wreck,
you are one of the lucky ones. Injured or not, if somebody else was to blame
you will need a car accident lawyer to handle your case. Immediately following
the accident these are the first 5 things you should do.

STOP!
If you are involved in any kind of accident, however minor it may seem, you
are bound by law to stop. Even if you don't think any damage was caused you
must stop your car if you have collided with anything or anyone.

Can You Move?
The first few seconds following an RTA may well be the most frightening of
your life. Even after a minor crash you will be shocked and disorientated. It
may take a few minutes for you to snap back into the moment and assess the
damage. Can you move your limbs freely without pain? Are you able to
unbuckle your seat belt and open the car door? If you are able to get out of
the car do so as quickly as you possibly can. If you are trapped in your vehicle
try and raise the alarm in any way you can.

Call 911
If everyone presumes everyone else has called 911 but nobody actually has it
can mean the difference between life and death. This may sound far fetched
but these scenarios actually happen. The more calls there are from a specific
accident also gives the emergency services a better idea as to how many
vehicles and people are involved. One frantic phone call from somebody still
sitting in their car is not going to be able to give them enough information.

Helping Others
If you are assisting others who are clearly injured please proceed with caution
and follow basic first aid rules and apply a liberal dose of common sense. If a
motorcyclist is involved never try and remove their helmet unless it's
absolutely necessary. If they are breathing leave it where it is. They could
have neck injuries which would be greatly exacerbated by the removal of the
helmet. Check airways, apply pressure to wounds, never remove anything
stuck in a wound and don't move anyone unless it's essential. It will be
incredibly hard but try and stay calm. This will go a long way to help the
injured.

Never Admit You're Responsible
Even if you know you were responsible for the crash, never start apologizing
to others involved and saying it was your fault. You may not realize but an
insurance policy is actually a contract and the company will have stated that
you must not assume liability or responsibility. It is up to them to deal with
claims, not you and by admitting your guilt you are opening up a real can of
worms in terms of lawsuits being filed against you.

Do you have any gamers in your family?

I sure do! My husband and all 3 of my kids enjoy playing video games. My 10 year old daughter is especially adept at video games, and is teaching herself coding, programming, and has goals to eventually create games, herself. I am all about girls being scientific powerhouses, so we celebrate her self-proclaimed nerdiness over here. 

Anyway, while we all enjoy a good game, we're not always in the position to challenge one another to a game or three. Handheld devices and consoles don't always offer multiple player games, and at least a console isn't always easily portable. They require power outlets, and dragging systems, cords, and all the games around can be quite cumbersome. 

Thankfully, there's a new gaming device in town: The ProjeX arcade system! This nifty unit comes with 5 built in games, 2 "guns", and a projection unit that turns any wall into an arcade. No wall outlets or TV screens are required to play, making it perfect for even outdoor play, using the garage wall as a surface.

​How cool is that?!