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As we head into a new year, we return to a simple but powerful family tradition that has brought clarity, focus, and real transformation into our lives: choosing our Word of the Year. Rooted in the Universal Law of Attraction—“what we think about comes about”—this serves as a reminder that what we put into the world has a way of coming back to us!
Read MoreLast month, in Part 1, we shared some of the parenting lessons we’ve learned along the way—things we could have done better, or as we like to call them, “learning opportunities”.
Part 2: This month, we’re sharing our Top 10 Parenting Practices—the approaches and habits that worked well for our family and helped shape who our boys are today.
Here are a few things we think we did pretty well—and love sharing with friends and neighbors who are about to experience the joys and challenges of parenthood…
Read MoreGiven all of the division and negativity around us, Matt was inspired to read the book “A Team of Rivals” about Abraham Lincoln’s presidency. He was looking for clues on how, during the most divided time in American History, our President was able to unite a divided North and bring the Confederacy back into the Union.
Read MoreWe love walking our dogs around our neighborhood, especially past a particular house with the most stunning yard. The owner is always out there, updating her garden and decor with the changing seasons. It truly reflects her pride of ownership, and it always feels so inviting. Her home is a perfect example of how refreshing your landscaping can boost your home's look and the feelings it generates as people walk and drive by.
Read MoreCinco de Mayo is the annual celebration of the victory by Mexico over the French in the Battle of Pueblo on May 5, 1862. It serves as an important way to commemorate Mexican heritage and culture in the United States. And from what we have experienced, a special day right here in Newcastle.
Read MoreRecently, we wrote about our tradition of declaring annual theme words and refreshing our vision board to create the life we want to experience. Another way we’re manifesting our life intentions is by waking up every day with the goal of making someone’s day.
Read MoreThis month we’re onto Lesson #2: Turning Lemons into Lemonade. Our oldest son Dominic’s lifelong dream has been to play College baseball. Trying to earn an opportunity to play a collegiate sport these days is very much like a full-time job. Gone are the days of our childhood when we played multiple sports (only during their proper season) and could be competitive.
Read MoreWe wanted to share a few of our recent experiences that reminded us of invaluable life lessons. Lesson #1: Sharing is (way) better than buying! As many of you know we’re a baseball family. We often find ourselves torn between the pure joy it brings and the outrageous expense machine it has become.
Read MoreA little over seven years ago, we were faced with a pivotal life decision … keep living the dream in sunny California or accept an opportunity in Seattle and move into the great unknown.
Read MoreMany years ago, Matt’s grandmothers and his great aunt transitioned to nursing homes in their later years. These homes were effective at managing medication, safety, basic nutrition, and relative comfort, however, all three loved ones regressed after their transition to a nursing home. Matt often thought there had to be a better way.
Read MoreHave you ever heard the phrase biophilic design? It’s one of the most significant trends in the building industry. In short, biophilic design seeks to maximize human health and productivity by connecting us to natural light, air, materials and water.
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