Cultured. This adjective is used to describe something that can be cultivated or made. It can also be used to describe a person who is intellectually- and artistically aware, as well as courteous and well-mannered. And, at some point this year, I came to the beautiful and humbling realization that it also describes the family that my husband and I have created. From the moment that each of our daughters were born, my husband and I have tried to raise them to be individuals who want to continually learn about, and positively impact, the world in which we live. Specifically, we want them to value and care about the people…
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Unleash Your Inner Artist
I am a big fan of activities that allow individuals to be artistic. Why? Because it is through those expressions of artistry that we experience productivity, entertainment, and cultural enrichment, and possibly even have the opportunity to impact other people in a positive way. But, more importantly, studies show that individuals who allow art to have a place in their lives may be healthier and happier than those who don’t. This is why I felt compelled to make a post encouraging parents to identify activities that will permit them to unleash their inner artist. Do you regularly set aside time to be artistic? If you answered “yes” to this question,…