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An informative speech is a type of presentation designed to convey information in an interesting and engaging way. It can cover anything from scientific concepts to historical events, and is often used in the classroom or in public speaking settings. … Read more
We’ve all been there. You’re asked to give a speech on a topic of your choice, and you sit there for hours, racking your brain for ideas. The pressure is on to deliver a speech that will engage the audience … Read more
Anyone who has ever had to give a speech knows that coming up with ideas can be the most difficult part. You want to say something that will engage your audience and leave a lasting impression, but sometimes it feels … Read more
What is a brown bag speech? A brown bag speech is a presentation that is given to a group of people who are eating their lunch. This type of presentation is informal, and it gives the speaker an opportunity to … Read more
Whether you were trying to conceive or just got a big fat positive test out of nowhere, what an exciting time! Being pregnant comes with many ups and downs, like a lot of things in life. What sets it apart? … Read more
We haven’t done “Elf on the Shelf” yet but I think we may have to start this year. Not only is it a great way to get the kids to behave (you know he is reporting back to Santa) but … Read more
Chances are buying gifts for your little princess was easier when she was younger. A cute outfit, new toy, or book would put a smile on her face. As she gets older and her personality starts to develop more, however, … Read more
Spring break will be here before I know it and it’s the first year that I don’t plan on sending my 7 year old son to day camp for the week. Since I work from home, it’s a little, let’s … Read more
“Having a baby is like getting a tattoo on your face. You really need to be certain it’s what you want before you commit.” Elizabeth Gilbert I love this quote because it basically sums up parenthood. Before you have kids, … Read more
I cannot think of any single word that can capture the piercing grief, the disorienting darkness of losing a child. It is an ineffable nightmare that leaves broken parents trying to reshape the pieces of their lives to accommodate the … Read more
There is something to be said about giving a thoughtful gift that you made yourself. Something that can’t be bought in a store. Something that no one else will give. Being a shutterbug, I especially love gifts that include photos, … Read more
My husband has always done a great job at surprising with me the perfect tech gifts. In part because every time we go to Best Buy I’m pointing out one thing or another that’s on my wish list but not … Read more
From the beginning, Peter Docter loved the idea of going inside the mind, challenging the imaginations of many of the same filmmakers who took audiences to Monstropolis and later to South America in a house flown by balloons. The idea, … Read more
Surf & Sunshine scored amazing access to this year’s Academy Awards festivities at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles Feb. 22, thanks to the generous folks at Diet Coke, Maybelline and People magazine! Their annual Oscars Fan Experience grants lucky … Read more
Each year in November, women’s golf enthusiasts around the world have their eyes focused on Naples, Florida, on the CME Group Tour Championship where only the “best of the best” shoot it out to complete the year’s LPGA Tour season. … Read more
If you have ever been to a purse party, bridal shower or baby shower you’ve probably played the game “Whats In Your Bag?” The winner is always the person who seems to carry everything in their bag. Well, meet that person. I can’t … Read more