This post comes to you from my makeshift office at the Vinton County Fairgrounds. It’s hot, it’s humid, and there’s no relief in sight. In short- it’s summer! I like each of the four seasons for different reasons, but summer is my absolute favorite. I enjoy the sunshine, the warm temperatures, and all of the […]
REFLECTION AND GOAL SETTING
A new year provides a time for us to reflect upon the past and plan for the future. You don’t have to wait for a new year to plan for the future. Throughout the year reflect on the goal you set earlier. But don’t get so caught up in the past that you forget to […]
Debt and Decisions
A good question to ask about debt is…..how much is too much? Consider a debt to income ratio to guide you. If you rent your home, you can figure that your total debt load should be no more than 20%. So, as you are putting a pencil to paper, write down your total income for […]
Who Counts As Kin
I have more than one family, but I’m not adopted or a child of divorce/remarriage. I have my nuclear family (parents, siblings) and extended family (grandmas, uncle). Then there’s my “church family,” my neighbor who is a “grandmother figure” and the women who are “like a sister” or a “second mom” to me. As an […]
Carve Out Time For Family Rituals
Researchers have long followed the impact of families in societies across the world. Regardless of size, composition, values, or cultural beliefs; family plays a significant role in developing identity and a sense of belonging. Family is the place that teaches us the value of love, affection, care, truthfulness, self-confidence, and provides us tools and suggestions […]
OSU Extension Helps Bolster Healthy Relationships
Strong, sound relationships play a critical part in a person’s well-being and life satisfaction. That’s clear from years of social research, but it’s just one reason why Ohio State University Extension devotes resources to programs on Healthy Relationships. “Our goal is to help empower families to have positive communication skills and provide them with an […]
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