Decorating a child's room does take a lot of planning and effort. However, having a theme for decorating the room does make it easier. If your child likes hummingbirds, then you might want to try making a hummingbird painting. Painting on canvas makes a quick personalized painting for their bedroom. Use their favorite colors and they will enjoy their picture framed canvases.  They can paint their hummingbird using a stencil or by hand. Nonetheless, after they are done painting, you can add Mod Podge or paint spray sealant. Let it air dry. Then display the painting on a pedestal or a fra ..read more

Today, I created two coloring cards with birds for Mother’s Day or for any other occasion. One coloring card has two hummingbirds and a flower. The second coloring card has two birds with musical notes and hearts. These hand drawn coloring cards are free and for your personal use. Happy Mother’s Day in advance!   * Font and background from Photo Collage Editor Maker ..read more

  Autism Acceptance Month began in 2011 to bring an understanding of Autism. Yet, Autism Awareness Month was changed to Autism Acceptance Month in 2021. Therefore, this momentous change has brought more awareness of autism spectrum disorder through education and a better understanding of ASD. Also, with acceptance there is a respect for one’s uniqueness and special abilities and talents. This year’s theme for Autism Acceptance Month is “Celebrate Differences.”  You can participate in Autism Acceptance Month by sharing resources that educate and resources of community events in your ..read more

  Painting birds on canvas can take one or two days to paint. However, it is an easy painting project to do. It makes a nice decoration for any room or for decorating a desk. You can add a frame or use a picture pedestal to display the painted canvas. Here are the instructions for painting these love birds.  Materials: 5 × 7 Canvas Acrylic painting Different sizes of Paintbrushes Q tips  Gold Acrylic Metalic Paint Paper towels Bird stencil (optional) Mod Podge  Picture pedestal  Instructions: First, remove the plastic wrapping from the canvas. Paint the canvas one ..read more

Approximately four percent of people are diagnosed with Parkinson’s before they become fifty years old. It is estimated that ten million people are living with Parkinson’s which is the second neurodegenerative disease that affects the nervous system. The first common neurodegenerative disease is Alzheimer’s. Parkinson’s disease progresses slowly and makes one hand to have tremors. Also, the body feels stiff and makes it difficult to walk, run, or do other body movements. Parkinson’s disease affects sleep, body movement, and balancing. It affects the brain because there is a decrease in dopam ..read more

Recovering from addiction takes time and self-acceptance. It also helps to have family and friends to give you support through your process of recovering from your addiction. The entire month of April is dedicated to having hope in addiction recovery. Remind yourself the reasons for recovering from addictions and remind yourself why you want to end the addictions. Positive affirmations can motivate you and encourage you to continue recovering from addictions. There is hope for recovering from addictions. During challenging times, positive affirmations can help you have hope. It allows you to ..read more

Mindful touching helps couples to spend time together and it increases an emotional bond. Touching your partner can help you practice self-compassion, self-confidence, self-assurance, and self-acceptance. It also communicates trust, love, respect, and helps build a stronger relationship with your partner. As well as giving a boost of satisfaction in your relationship and relaxation for both partners. Yet, Mindful touching is about being aware of how you touch your partner and how you connect with your partner’s emotions. It permits you to slow down, take your time, and to observe your partn ..read more

National Couple Appreciation Month is in April of every year which is about showing how much your partner means to you. It is about finding ways to show your support and showing your gratitude towards your partner. As well as rekindling one's love for your partner by strengthening your romantic relationship. Saying thank you to your partner for the things he or she does for you. Being grateful without complaining about the things he or she has not done for you. Appreciate each other as a couple to strengthen your communication. Learn and understand your partner's body language. Observe your ..read more

  On the last Wednesday of April of every year, you can participate in Denim Day. Wearing denim jeans or any other accessory made from denim can help support survivors of sexual assault and sexual violence. As well as donating to Peace over Violence for healing and prevention programs. Share informative information on social media and use the hashtag, #Denim Day. Men can participate in Denim Day by wearing denim, a denim day button, or a cap to spread awareness of ending sexual violence. Also, by taking a pledge and sharing your pledge on social media. If you are in college, you can par ..read more

Painting rocks and giving rocks for encouragement can make someone feel better. Love painted rocks can be used to decorate for weddings, Valentine's Day, and for any other occasion. Also, painted love rocks can be used to decorate a bedroom dresser or any room. It can also be displayed on a bookshelf or on a fireplace mantal. Here is the tutorial for painting this love rock.  Materials: Paintbrushes Acrylic paint  Mod Podge, Paint Spray Sealer, or Clear Nail Polish  Paper plate or a reusable plate  Rocks Old cloth or paper towels  Instructions:  Wash and dry t ..read more