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Permission To Hustle Retreat At Sea 2020

I had the pleasure and luck to join my daughter and her partner on the Permission To Hustle at Sea Retreat in February 2020 on the Carnival Cruise Line. I was with the most amazing group of women who work hard ,support each other with kindness and positivity. They were a joy to witness. They worked hard all day long at meetings and conferences, while I wiled away the day on deck. After all that hard work, we all got together to enjoy dinner and some down time. Honestly I did my best to keep up.

But first a cocktail because everyone knows happy hour is the best hour. Laughing and sipping, ordering the most amazing dishes for dinner. We were on cruise mode.

The daily cruise forecast each day was hard work during the day with a good chance of cocktails at night. We did get off the ship at Grand Cayman and Mexico for day excursions, everyone picked their destination and we all got together again each and every evening. Sharing the days’ amazing experience and adventures on shore. I miss these women.

Little did we know about the havoc waiting for us on our return. I think about that bottle of champagne that was delivered to our room courtesy of Carnival Cruise. We never opened it and we left it in the room. Celebrate the times of your life in your way everyday. I wait for the chance to get on a cruise ship again because truly…..Life is better on a cruise. Be Well. Stay Well.

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Tesalate Beach Towel

Tesalate Beach Towel!! Who knew the perfect towel existed? Incredibly compact, absorbent, and fast-drying, these stylish towels are perfect for Mom’s home yoga practice or weight lifting session! Made with exclusive absorblite fabric so sand does not stick to the towel once she is able to hit the beach and pool again, too. Ingenious! Bigger is better. Available in single and double sizes in over 40 gorgeous designs. Live the big life.

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Miniware 1-2-3 SIP!

1-2-3 Sip!

Miniware solves problems that face parents who wish to raise healthy, independent, self-feeders. The innovative design provides a secure, safe surface for feeding, while generous sizing helps little fingers and novice utensil users improve their dexterity. Colors are calm and pleasing so the emphasis is on eating and food. No distracting cartoon characters! 

Children practice all the complex movements in steps without opening the valve all the way – it’s like drinking with training wheels.At first they can sip from the silicone straw, which is soft and feels good against gums and teeth, then move on to practice tilting and drinking from the Lid + Spout and finally master a real cup on their own.

1-2-3 Sips! is a true training cup which helps a child advance all the way from a straw to a real cup…

MINIWARE MODERN DiSHWARE FOR KIDDOS are eco and nontoxic – Zero Phthalates – BPA, BPS, PVC Free – Are perfectly sized for 9+months -12 years old, and above.

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Big Heart Feels by Mike and Mackenzie Morrison #BOOKWORM

BIG HEART FEELS by Mike and Mackenzie Morrison is the third book in the SMALL VOICE SAYS Series.

In the final book of the SMALL VOICE SAYS series, Big Heat Feels, father-daughter authors Mike Morrison Ph.D. and Mackenzie, continue to offer educational and heartfelt messages.

Main character, Angel, returns in beautifully-detailed illustrations and uses her small inner voice to utilize her newfound skill of “putting herself in someone else’s shoes.” Shown through a collection of situations centered around discovering compassion and understanding for others, Angel begins to learn the power of pausing and reflecting on other feeling before taking action. BIG HEART FEELS continues to help little ones cultivate the inner reflection skills necessary to navigate through all stages of life- as well being one of them most important skills a parent can teach and also continue to co-learn with their child.

BIG HEART FEELS WILL FIND A FOREVER HOME ON ANY BOOKSHELF BY EXPLORING:

Educational and empowerment of girls

Cultivation of a strong inner voice to enact feelings and motivations

Discussion opportunites for parents to create a more nurturing relationship with their child

Expression of individuality

The beginning steps of instilling compassion in your child

Expansion of learning capabilities

About the Authors: Mike Morrison, Ph.D.– passion centers on developing leaders at all ages, from the four-year old entering preschool to the corporate CEO leading a global enterprise. Mackenzie Morrison is a writer and artist working in the music industry in Los Angeles, CA.

Family, Time of the Season, Travel

Our Trip To Iceland

We are so glad we got to visit Iceland. It was unexpected, Merci daughter Erica invited us to join her and Jennifer for a long weekend in February and we jumped at the chance. We stayed at the Hotel Holt in Reykjavik, a walk away from the bustling main streets and sites. We also enjoyed breakfast every morning and cocktails in the late afternoon.

Just a short walk to the water for a spectacular view.

We went on day bus trips to visit the geysers and hot springs we could not help bu smile and clap. And of course the Blue Lagoon Spa. Now we know why it is one of the 25 wonders of the world. It was snowing and we did not care. Amazing!!!

We had a chance to visit a stable and see the beautiful Iceland Horses, which are pony sized and so adorable.

Then there are the Northern Lights, The Aurora Borealis, which we were told may or may not show for any number of reasons, clouds or too windy, but we were blessed that night The sight was magical. We were not able to see the colors with our naked eye, but our cameras picked it all up.

We enjoyed a delicious meal every night, sometimes fancy sometimes not so fancy. All the restaurants were a walk away from the hotel and the variety of food always fresh and so tasty.

The weekend went so fast we each promised to return because Iceland is a magical land.

We will be back Iceland.