
Penelope's Oasis
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Long Island New York mom blogger and photographer Penelope Guzman, a freelance writer, content creator, and photographer living on Long Island, NY writes about happy home life and marriage, delicious healthy keto and low-carb recipes, home decorating, beauty tips and hair tutorials, and family travel.
Penelope's Oasis
1w ago
The Charlotte Mason method of education has gained popularity for its holistic and child-centered approach. Among its many facets, the Charlotte Mason way of teaching writing stands out as a powerful tool for nurturing a love of language and fostering excellent writing skills. By embracing this method, students not only acquire the mechanics of writing but also develop a deep appreciation for self-expression and the art of communication. In this blog post, we delve into the principles and techniques of learning to write the Charlotte Mason way.
1. Narration as a Foundation:
Central to the Char ..read more
Penelope's Oasis
2w ago
Hey there, curious readers! Are you ready to embark on a delicious and healthy journey? Today, we’re going to explore the exciting world of the keto diet. What’s that, you ask? Well, let’s dive right in and find out!
The Keto Diet – What’s the Buzz?
You may have heard people talking about the keto diet, but what exactly is it? The keto diet, short for ketogenic diet, is a way of eating that focuses on low-carb, high-fat foods. It’s not just any diet; it’s a food adventure that can help you stay fit and healthy and increase your longevity.
How Does It Work?
When we eat, our bodies break down th ..read more
Penelope's Oasis
2w ago
In a world filled with diverse cultures and languages, learning a new language opens up a gateway to understanding and connecting with people in a deeper and more meaningful way. While there are countless languages to explore, today we turn our attention to the fascinating and rich language of Greek. Beyond its historical significance, Greek offers a plethora of benefits that extend beyond the language itself. Here are five compelling reasons why learning Greek is a valuable pursuit.
1. Discover Ancient Wisdom:
Greek is the key to unlocking the treasures of classical literature and philosophy ..read more
Penelope's Oasis
2w ago
National Geographic has long been renowned for its captivating and informative exploration of the world. While the magazine has been fascinating adults for over a century, it also has a special place in the hearts of young readers. National Geographic Kids books have enchanted children for years, offering an array of educational and entertaining experiences that bring the wonders of the world into their hands. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the magical world of National Geographic Kids books and discover why they are a must-have addition to any child’s library.
1. Engaging Content
Nation ..read more
Penelope's Oasis
1M ago
I’ve been a mom for 13 years, and it has really made my appreciate my own mother, grandmother, and all the other women out there that do the work of raising up great new people. It’s the best job, a challenging job, a rewarding job, and a sacrificial job!
So, why not treat the beautiful mothers in your life? Here are some incredible, affordable, and luxury-saturated gifts that will utterly delight moms this year… they deserve it!
grace & stella “Just Roll With It” 0.25mm microneedle and hyaluronic acid
Microneedle rollers have taken the beauty industry by storm, introducing teeny micro cut ..read more
Penelope's Oasis
2M ago
It’s Mario Day! Or, Mar10 Day!!
My sons love Mario Brothers and all things Nintendo (well… who doesn’t?) and we celebrated by playing all new Mario games and the boys dressed like the Mario Brothers as they ran around and had fun all day. There are events EVERY WHERE celebrating, as well as deals, new games, and more (find Mar10 event news and more here)
So what are our new favorite games? Well, joining our collection recently are…. ***drum roll***
Mario Party Superstars which is a family board game of four game worlds, where we take turns rolling the dice (which can magically roll up to 10 ..read more
Penelopes Oasis
2M ago
Summer is on its way! It’s that time of year to plan for a season of exciting activities, ten weeks packed with both fun adventures and days of relaxation and family time. Summertime is sometimes the only time that families have to really spend together if children are in school and activities all year, so we believe in making the most of the time together in fun, memory-building ways that your kids will always look back on as some of the best times of their lives.
I love doing things together as a family, and compiled a list of things to do that can make summer super-entertaining without cost ..read more
Penelopes Oasis
2M ago
I’ve come across some great products recently that I wanted to share for new parents, and gift ideas for parents with new babies. All of these items are geared toward care for a new baby, whether via helping new moms and dads to gently cleanse and care for their infant with safe and effective bathing and grooming products, helping babies to sleep in a state of calm, or to promote bonding with parents reading together… all these products can be used to encourage bonding and we love them for this reason. Enjoy spending time caring for your child, bathing them, combing their hair, taking naps tog ..read more
Penelopes Oasis
2M ago
Last year I read The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies with my son, and I realized kids can do lots of things to not only make themselves some money, but to carry this sort of capitalistic mindset and work ethic throughout their lives. So, I did what any mom who wants to encourage her sons to dream big and fly high would do. I asked them what they love to do, and then started looking into ways they could make money with their talents.
My son was in a commercial with Kelly Ripa a few years back, earning the first (modest) income of his life. The year after, the royalties were his second, and si ..read more
Penelopes Oasis
3M ago
How are your brand new habits coming along? If you’re ready to keep going, let’s go!
Here are four new habits to try this week and see how they enhance your life ︎
Health
Detoxify your house! I recently came across a great YouTube video that discussed things women do that are super toxic (including using nail polish removers, nail polish, and hair dyes) and it made me realize how much around is can be so toxic. Nail technicians suffer cancer rates higher than the regular population, and other professions are also considered more dangerous because of their exposure to toxins. That’s not just fo ..read more