In observance of this national historic holiday, I’ve changed our last name. For the purpose of this particular blog, my husband and I will be called the Pill-Grims. It’s perfect actually because, as neighbors, we can be pills and, with regard to most of our neighbors, things can get grim.
We live in a fairly rural area but close […]

Why do some people become less motivated or less happy and productive during the cold winter months.
Anyone familiar with SAD, Seasonal Affective Disorder, knows that spring fever isn’t just a catchy phrase. Seasons can cause depression, especially times of less light as opposed to those times with more light. Following that idea, sadness in […]

Stuff The Turkey — Not Yourself!
1. Load up on vegetables. These are the least fattening items on every table — but skip the potatoes or just have a little bit of them.
2. Use a smaller plate than usual. People have a tendency to fill their plates with food. A small plate means less food. […]

Thanksgiving is a great time to teach and reinforce manners for children who will be dining with other adults, most-likely. Here are some Thanksgiving tips for children and parents:
* Prepare for the meal. This means taking a nap, choosing special clothing to celebrate, and using good manners.
* Hostess gift. If you are not hosting, let […]