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True, selfies and everyone photographing everything on their smartphones is so pervasive you are not likely to be able to avoid it. And yes there are growing pockets of folks coming up with personal strategies to decrease their digital addiction. And, there are those seeking greater engagement in the real world, connecting with nature and …
Wealthy countries, excluding the United States, contribute on average $14,000 per year for toddler care. In the U.S. this drops to a startlingly low of $500. In Denmark a 2- year old attends childcare during the day giving parents peace of mind, freeing them up for endeavors such as work or education. And the toddlers …
On-site Employer Day Care? The United States Is Playing Catch-Up Read More »
I want to share a SUPER great Charles Schwab customer service experience with Eric of Schwab Brokerage. What does Charles Schwab, CAREBOX™, @christinecuravo and new music Your Mother Said by Khemet McConville streaming on Spotify have to do with my stellar Charles Schwab customer service experience.? Last week I called customer service and was transferred …
Earmilk, an online music magazine, is a much needed legitimate ”new music discovery” megaphone. A great example is their recent spotlight on “Your Mother Said” from artist Khemet McConville in an article by Malvika Padin and photo by Nolwen Cifuentes. As a result of their spotlight in addition to this new release I discovered other …
Earmilk – A Much Needed New Music Discovery Megaphone Read More »
In contrast to cities like Phoenix and Los Angeles which get water from a number of sources Las Vegas gets 90% of its water from the Colorado River. And while the city and many surrounding areas have been in denial for a long time seems “The City That Never Sleeps” is heeding the writing on …
Well, that’s South Korea’s goal with their January 1, 2024 announcement of an enticing Digital Nomad Visa. The new visa allows digital nomads to stay up to 2 years. According to BBC t this is a big change from foreigners only being eligible previously for a tourist visa, or a stay of less than 90 …
South Korea The Next Trending Digital Nomad Destination? Read More »
What if I told you that there are findings indicating play is a basic human need? Researchers are making the case that play is vital to our lives – even as adults. According to HelpGuide.org, we don’t need to make adult life all about work. Let me be clear. No, a group of friends out …
All Work And No Play Is Bad for Adult Well-being Read More »
The Washing Machine Project (TWMP) is a U/K.-based grassroots social enterprise. A social enterprise is a business that maximizes its primary purpose. In general, the goal is to maximize both profits and benefits to society and the environment. In the case of TWMP, they have honed in on a glaring underserved niche….. the fact that …
60% Of World’s Population Washes Laundry By Hand Read More »
Bear with me, this IS a feel good story. And, sometimes we just need a feel-good story. I fee like this is one of those days Recently I posted on the perils suffered by the U.S. wild horse population. This despite the 1971 law passed by Congress to protect them and their right to roam …
Ready or not AI has become an undeniable part of our daily conversation. And, surprisingly AARP is an organization taking an extremely proactive approach. While AARP is known for a cornucopia of resources and benefits for folks 50 and older there actually is NO minimum age limit for becoming an AARP member. To quote Edward …
AARP Is A Valuable Portal For Seniors (or anyone) To Navigating AI Read More »
