Leah is driven by learning and adventure. She has studied Journalism, Early Human Development, and Culinary Arts. When she’s not writing she can be found reading or hiking the Southwest.
More and more people are turning to the Internet for advice. Not only can we use Google search to answer every question. We also have access to social platforms through which, among other features, people can ask others for advice or perspective. One angry mom did just that when her daughter came home with piercings, […]
Becoming a parent is one of the hardest yet most rewarding things a person can do. While some women can conceive on their first try, or even without trying, others may try unsuccessfully for years. The process leaves parents emotionally drained and sometimes even heartbroken. Luckily, thanks to modern medicine, parents now have other options. […]
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has made history in and out of the Royal Family. She’s the first American to become part of the Royal Family in almost 100 years, and the first to be a model. Most recently, she announced the launch of a new venture, but people are confused by her brand […]
There was a time when people attended etiquette school, also called “charm school“. They still exist and are successful around the world. However, there are only a handful left in the U.S. The curriculum teaches manners, how to properly engage with one another, and how to be courteous in a social setting. For example, at […]
Ever since we began wearing clothes, so too was the task of keeping them clean and fresh. As a result, laundry now has fresheners, softeners, and cleaning boosters galore. However, somehow, clothes can still, over time, come out less fresh than desired. Not so Fresh Laundry Surprisingly, there are actually a handful of reasons that […]
A story is currently circulating the internet regarding a couple and what led to their failed marriage. Although it’s a seemingly fictional story, the scenario does shed light on some important topics. Topics that should be addressed between partners in order to have some necessary tools for a long happy life together. The story goes […]
There was a time when leaving a tip was optional and signified an extra gratitude for a job well done. However, as servers are often underpaid, the matter of tipping has become a hugely debated topic. Regardless, times are hard, and a little kindness goes a long way. Sadly, a seemingly good deed has led […]
The generations that came before us could do amazing things, often on one income. They could buy homes, raise families, send kids to college, and even sometimes have a little saved up for a rainy day. In contrast, these days, more and more families are living paycheck-to-paycheck, and the numbers are alarming. Over Half Living […]
Although weddings are often a time of bliss, there can be some unexpected moments. As in life, these moments can cause a person to second guess the choices they’ve made in life. For example, an anonymous woman recently shared how her wedding night took a bizarre turn. As a result, she found herself reconsidering her […]
Almost every, if not every, parent wonders to themselves at least once whether or not they’re doing a good job of parenting. After all, it’s incredibly stressful being responsible for the well-being and upbringing of another human being. Fortunately, parenting experts have written numerous books and therapists have spent hours studying the behaviors of children […]
Parents do everything they can to protect their children. However, we’ve learned more in recent years about health and safety. As such, many things have changed over the years when it comes to parenting. Here is a list of 13 things that parents did in the 1950s and 1960s that today, many would consider problematic. […]
Walmart’s self-checkout has sparked controversy from the moment it was announced. Some customers felt that it was an unfortunate way to save money because it limited jobs. Others were unhappy because they felt like they were then performing a “job” for the conglomerate for free. Yet another group of people found joy in shorter wait […]
