by Shadra Bruce | Let's Talk, Stepparenting
89 days (2,137 hours as of the publication of this article) until Christmas. There is no better time than the holiday season to strengthen the bond between you and your stepchild. Whether you are in a new step parenting role or the relationship you currently have is...
by Shadra Bruce | Let's Talk
I have always had so much fun putting costumes together. I am not always really original but we always end up with some great costumes. It is such a fun holiday that everyone in the house looks forward to. It is fun to dress up and the kids always have a contest for...
by Shadra Bruce | Let's Talk, Self-Improvement
MomPower Contributor Kelli Lund Once upon a time, marriage was romantic. There were weekend getaways, nights out dancing, dinner at romantic restaurants, flowers and chocolates “just because,” impromptu midnight picnics so you could look at the stars. It was so easy...
by Shadra Bruce | Let's Talk, Self-Improvement
Getting Real With Jennifer Proctor Becoming healthier should NOT be about getting into an unattainable size, losing a certain amount of weight or never eating certain foods again. Becoming healthier begins by making a conscious decision to do so. We all have been...
by Shadra Bruce | Teens and Tweens
Growing up, I never had a lot of confidence. In fact, during middle school and high school, I was pretty much a social failure. It came down to a lack of self esteem and self confidence. It made it difficult for me to be comfortable in my own skin or do the things I...