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5 minutes of caring There are no articles in this category.	one minute nibbles Cool Moms In The Community: Books Inspire Change by Michelle Andrade, October 21 "I never thought I would sell anything but felt compelled to introduce these books to as many children as I could," says Megan Salyer Freund of Barefoot Books. Beyond Fair by Michelle Andrade, October 14 Jewelry brings water to Africa? Cool People In The Community: Whispers Of Hope Inspires by Michelle Andrade, October 7 (1 comment) I feel that from my personal experience, I can share words of hope, empowerment, and encouragement "that anything is possible if you put your mind to it.” I believe that if I continue to give unconditionally of myself, I can spread the message and eventually elevate and eliminate discrimination one person at a time. Wanting Less, To Save The World by Michelle Andrade, September 30 (2 comments) Changes in life can be about fear, but how do we let our fear show? Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Given My Own Awards by Luanne Davidson, September 25 (2 comments) By encouraging our children in the day-to-day activities, we prepare them for being a success in the real world. Greener, Cleaner Community by Julie Berbiglia, September 23 20 Weeks of How to Make Your City Cleaner and Greener Join a Virtual Walk by Sam Davidson, September 19 It's Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and you can help fight this disease, from right where you are. CureSearch is looking for 12,500 people to be part of their virtual walk – the same number of kids that are diagnosed with cancer each year. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Chosen More Role Models by Luanne Davidson, September 18 Talk with you children about who they admire and why. Cool People In The Community: Meet Doe Run Farm by Michelle Andrade, September 16 An interview with local farmer, and empty-nester, Judy McGary of Doe Run Farm. Walking Towards a Cure by Heather Dubuque, September 9 If you're looking for ways to get your family out in the community and making a difference together, consider participating in a local run or walk. In this article, Heather Dubuque, founder of The Lillian Nanny Agency, details what you need to keep in mind. Cool People In The Community: Eco-Me by Michelle Andrade, September 8 "We like to think of Eco-Me as a Health and Wellness company that helps us focus on ourselves and our homes first," says Robin Levine, from Eco-Me. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Could Have Staged My Own Pentathlon by Luanne Davidson, September 4 Champion the family together for a cleaning events. Spaces Simplified, part 3 by Michelle Andrade, September 2 Spaces Simplified provides expert help to de-clutter, organize, and beautify your home or corporate space in a way that benefits your life as a whole. Your space should give you energy, not drain it away. It should be--and can be-- a source of inspiration and tangible support as well as a reminder of who you are when you're at your best... -Spaces Simplified, www.spacessimplified.com Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda: I Should Have Employed My Own Child Labor by Luanne Davidson, August 28 Fully employ your children with activities appropriate for their age and you will teach them true responsibility. Spaces Simplified, part 2 by Michelle Andrade, August 26 Spaces Simplified provides expert help to de-clutter, organize, and beautify your home or corporate space in a way that benefits your life as a whole. Your space should give you energy, not drain it away. It should be--and can be-- a source of inspiration and tangible support as well as a reminder of who you are when you're at your best... -Spaces Simplified, www.spacessimplified.com Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Called More Do-Overs by Luanne Davidson, August 21 (1 comment) Do-overs are great in sports, but what about in all of life's obstacles? Maybe we can give our kids another chance. Spaces Simplified, Part 1 by Michelle Andrade, August 19 Spaces Simplified provides expert help to de-clutter, organize, and beautify your home or corporate space in a way that benefits your life as a whole. Your space should give you energy, not drain it away. It should be--and can be-- a source of inspiration and tangible support as well as a reminder of who you are when you're at your best... -Spaces Simplified, www.spacessimplified.com Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Could Have Bought Two For One by Luanne Davidson, August 14 Saving money is great, and we all love coupons. But what about using those savings to get things for someone else who needs it a bit more than us? Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Could Have Done My Homework For The New School Year by Luanne Davidson, August 7 As the school year quickly approaches, we discuss ways to be better prepared. Cool Families Host AFS Students by Michelle Andrade, August 6 AFS-USA works toward a more just and peaceful world by providing international and intercultural learning experiences to individuals, families, schools, and communities through a global volunteer partnership. Cool Moms In The Community: Encouraging Philanthropy at a Young Age, part II by Beth Kanter, August 5 Beth Kanter, mother of many trades, speaks to us about raising our children to be philanthropically minded. Last week,Beth began sharing with us how she has brought giving into her daily life with her children. This week, she shares more ideas that she has done in her own home to help teach her children about making a difference. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Put My Children In The Driver's Seat Earlier by Luanne Davidson, July 31 When we give our children a turn at the driver's seat, we are allowing them the opportunity to practice being in control, make decisions, and understand responsibility and accountability. Cool Moms In The Community: Encouraging Philanthropy at a Young Age by Beth Kanter, July 29 Beth Kanter, mother of many trades, speaks to us about raising our children to be philanthropically minded. Digging In The Dirt by Michelle Andrade, July 25 Let your kids be a part of the planting, watering, watching, digging, cleaning, cutting, cooking AND eating and they will see the entire food process! Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Could Have Encouraged My Children's Soapboxes by Luanne Davidson, July 24 Raising our children to be aware of the world around them will encourage them in their own philanthropic journey. Do Something Green by Tamara Batarseh, July 23 We all know how cool it is to make a difference, so make a more conscious effort to do something GREEN. Television and Me by Michelle Andrade, July 21 For me or not? Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Declared the Dog Days of Summer by Luanne Davidson, July 17 Take this summer to have some dog-gone fun! Do Something Creative by Tamara Batarseh, July 16 Show your creativity to your children and they will be inspired to seek out their own. Picking Tomatoes by Michelle Andrade, July 15 (1 comment) Backyard farming is more than just a great thing for the Earth... it's also an amazing learning experience. Gardening is truly a family affair. A Complaint Free World by Michelle Andrade, July 14 (2 comments) Our perspective can change the way we save the world. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Shoulda Christmas-ed In July by Luanne Davidson, July 10 (1 comment) Many organizations reap the benefits of giving around Christmas time. Bring that giving spirit into the summer months, too, by Christmas-ing in July. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Shoulda Celebrated More Independence Days by Luanne Davidson, July 3 (1 comment) Celebrate your child's growing independence as they move from childhood on up. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Created More Collages by Luanne Davidson, June 26 Collage making with our kids can be a valuable tool in teaching diversity, similarity, and self-expression. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Could Have Set Up Summer on the Summer Solstice by Luanne Davidson, June 19 Take this summer solstice to set the tone for the entire summer. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Shoulda Flown A Flag On Father's Day by Luanne Davidson, June 12 (1 comment) This weekend has Flag Day and Father's Day. How will you and your family celebrate? Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Fed The Birds by Luanne Davidson, June 5 (2 comments) Learn about birds with your kids through the art of bird watching. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Written My Own Book by Luanne Davidson, May 29 What kind of book will you and your family write? Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Woulda Remembered On Memorial Day by Luanne Davidson, May 22 How can you and your kids remember? Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Would Have Taught More Economics Class At Home by Luanne Davidson, May 15 (1 comment) Taking the time to teach our children vital home economics tools will help them as they grow. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Coulda Helped With Mother's Day by Luanne Davidson, May 8 Mother's Day does not have to be done without mom's participation. Cool Kids Care About The Earth by Michelle Andrade, May 5 (1 comment) See the winners from our 2008 "Cool Kids Care About the Earth" Art Contest! Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Would Have Danced Around The May Pole by Luanne Davidson, May 1 Take the opportunity to celebrate May Day with the family. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Accomplished More Field Trips by Luanne Davidson, April 24 Going out as a family can be more than just a chore. How to Set Up a Rain Barrel by Luanne Davidson, April 11 (1 comment) In this article, Luanne Davidson proves that ANYONE can set up a rain barrel. So, read the article, get your barrel, and get ready to start harvesting rain water! Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Painted More Pottery by Luanne Davidson, April 3 Spend some time with your family making pottery. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Used More Commas by Luanne Davidson, March 27 Slow down and put pauses into your life. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Baked More Cookies by Luanne Davidson, March 20 (1 comment) Bake together as a family to teach your children lessons for school and life. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Celebrated More Holidays by Luanne Davidson, March 13 Celebrate some holidays other than the traditional ones we all know about. Welcome to CoolMomsCare! by Michelle Andrade, March 7 Got a minute? Take your coat off and stay a while! We are glad you are here. CoolMomsCare is here to inspire, encourage and guide you on this journey to Saving the World, One Kid at a Time. What Do You Think? by Michelle Andrade, February 10 (1 comment) Once a year, we have a few questions to ask. We'd love a few answers from you. Sow A Thought by Michelle Andrade, January 28 Sow a thought, and you reap an act; Sow an act, and you reap a habit; Sow a habit, and you reap a character; Sow a character, and you reap a destiny. Charles Reade Get Even by Michelle Andrade, January 21 (1 comment) The only people to get even with are the people who have helped you. Anonymous If You Don't Like Something by Michelle Andrade, January 14 If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude. Don't complain. Maya Angelou Art of Awakening Their Natural Curiosity by Michelle Andrade, January 7 The whole art of teaching is only the art of awakening the natural curiosity of young minds for the purpose of satisfying it afterwards. Anatole France Another Fresh New Year by Michelle Andrade, December 31 (2 comments) Another fresh new year is here.. Another year to live! To banish worry, doubt, and fear, To love and laugh and give! William Arthur Ward Animals by Michelle Andrade, December 28 Animals are such agreeable friends - they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms. George Eliot When You Feel Like Giving Up by Michelle Andrade, December 27 When you feel like giving up, remember why you held on for so long in the first place. Unknown Experience by Michelle Andrade, December 26 Experience is not what happens to you; it is what you do with what happens to you. Aldous Huxley Christmas Thoughts by Michelle Andrade, December 25 Love is what's in the room with you at Christmas if you stop opening presents and listen. Another Kid What Love Looks Like by Michelle Andrade, December 24 What does love look like? It has the hands to help others. It has the feet to hasten to the poor and needy. It has eyes to see misery and want. It has the ears to hear the sighs and sorrows of men. That is what love looks like. Saint Augustine Motivate Daily by Michelle Andrade, December 21 People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing - that's why we recommend it daily. Zig Ziglar Final Forming of a Person's Character by Michelle Andrade, December 20 Parents can only give good advice or put them on the right paths, but the final forming of a person's character lies in their own hands. Anne Frank Keep Yourself Centered by Michelle Andrade, December 19 You have a very powerful mind that can make anything happen as long as you keep yourself centered. Dr. Wayne W. Dyer Motivation by Michelle Andrade, December 18 Motivation comes from within. Author Unknown Ordinary Situations by Michelle Andrade, December 17 Do not wait for extraordinary circumstances to do good action; try to use ordinary situations. Jean Paul Richter Human Choice by Michelle Andrade, December 14 The strongest principle of growth lies in human choice. George Eliot Your thoughts by Michelle Andrade, December 13 (4 comments) Your thoughts are the architects of your destiny. David O. McKay What Worth by Michelle Andrade, December 12 (2 comments) What worth has beauty if it is not seen? Italian Proverb Don't follow by Michelle Andrade, December 11 Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. Harold R. McAlindon Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: Taught a new word a Day by Luanne Davidson, December 6 What words are you teaching your kids? Be Bold by Michelle Andrade, December 3 …Boldness has Magic, Power and Genius. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: Done It Differently … Maybe? by Luanne Davidson, November 29 A mom looks back and wonders what she could have done different.