Neck Pain and Degenerative Disk Disease

Most people that know me understand that I have dealt with Degenerative Disk Disease (DDD) for over 30 years.   When I first started showing symptoms , it was primarily neck pain and shoulder pain.   My Degenerative Disk issues are mainly in my Cervical spine and run down into my Thoracic spine.  (the neck and upper back/shoulders area) However, I do have it in my lower back as well. At this point, it just hasn’t manifested too severely in my low back.  Sadly, I didn’t seek out medical treatment for many, many years, simply because I was afraid of surgery. My mother has degenerative disk disease, so I knew what my future held.   
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September To Remember Giveaway Hop

Giveway runs from 9/10 to 9/24!

Phew, can you believe the year is almost over? I mean seriously, SEPTEMBER? We only have 4 months before we enter the New Year!! When I think of the term “September to Remember” , I can’t help relate that to the crazy weather we are having in Middle Tennessee this year! Today is Sept. 10th and it is going to be a heat index of 100 degrees!! We are on track to set a record that was set back in the 1800’s! So I promise you this year will be a September to Remember! read more

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$250 OH MY GOURD Cash Giveaway!

Are you anxiously awaiting sweater weather and bonfires? Hayrides to your favorite haunted house? Oh, My Gourd! During the cool nights stay inside and enter our $250 cash giveaway event! You have the option of choosing between $250 PayPal Cash OR a Gift Card of choice! So whip up your favorite pumpkin spice drink and then relax as you’re entering this great giveaway event! This event is hosted by The Kids Did It & The Mommy Island and sponsored by the awesome bloggers, authors, and Etsy shop owners! Co-Hosted by these awesome bloggers (CHECK THEM OUT!): Coupons and Freebies Mom, Deliciously Savvy, Moms To Grandmas, Southern Mom Loves, Bookroom Reviews, Jewels for Hope, Angie’s Angle. ONE entrant will be selected by the entry form to win $250 PayPal cash OR a $250 gift card of choice. Open for entry WW, 18 years and older from 09/09/19 at 12:01 a.m. ET thru 09/30/19 at 11:59 p.m. ET. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. A winner will be chosen after October 1, 2019. The winner will have 24 hours to respond to notification email to claim their prize or a new winner will be selected. See Rafflecopter for official rules. The Kids Did It & The Mommy Island are responsible for sending the winner their prize via PayPal or e-gift card. The winner has the option of choosing between PayPal and an e-gift card of choice. Prize may be less than $250 if you choose a gift card with fees. Twitter ‘Egg’ profiles and dummy accounts are ineligible for entry and will be blocked. Authentic accounts only are eligible to win. a Rafflecopter giveaway https://widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js

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Oh The Places You’ll Go $250 Giveaway

Win big during our $200 Oh! The Places You’ll Go! Cash giveaway event! You have the option of choosing between $200 PayPal Cash OR a Gift Card of choice! This event was organized by The Kids Did It & The Mommy Island and sponsored by the awesome bloggers, authors, and Etsy shop owners! Say goodbye to the kids as they go off to school then relax as you’re entering this great giveaway event! backtoschool2019cashevent ONE entrant will be selected by the entry form to win $200 PayPal cash OR a $200 gift card of choice. Open for entry WW, 18 years and older from 08/13/19 at 12:01 a.m. ET thru 08/31/19 at 11:59 p.m. ET. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. A winner will be chosen after/around September 1, 2019. The winner will have 24 hours to respond to notification email to claim their prize or a new winner will be selected. See Rafflecopter for official rules. The Kids Did It & The Mommy Island are responsible for sending the winner their prize via PayPal or e-gift card. The winner has the option of choosing between PayPal and an e-gift card of choice. Prize may be less than $200 if you choose a gift card with fees. Twitter ‘Egg’ profiles and dummy accounts are ineligible for entry and will be blocked. Authentic accounts only are eligible to win. Follow The Kids Did It on Facebook and Twitter then enter for a chance to win! a Rafflecopter giveaway https://widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js

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Oh The Places You’ll Go Blog Hop Giveaway

Can you believe that school is started already? We started here a week ago. I am still trying to figure out where the summer went? Although, this year we were busier than normal for summertime activities. (Which might be why the blog hasn’t had a lot of entries lately) My girls are back to public school this year, although if I am honest, I think I will miss the freedom of having them home for school. We are looking forward to lots of new adventures this school year. Keep an eye on the blog for updates on that!! read more

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5 Ways Women Can Prepare for The Stresses, Challenges and Joys of Motherhood

Being a parent is already hard enough. For new and single mothers, however, life can seem even harder. But with the right preparation and planning, you can easily adapt your life to parenthood and stress less about this pregnancy. Here are a few tips and tricks to help you out. 

Practice Self-Care During and After Pregnancy 

Women already tend to see self-care as selfish and that can be compounded by pregnancy. As a single mom or just a new mom, taking extra care of yourself is beneficial for you and your new baby. Stress during pregnancy can increase the risk for your child to experience mental health issues or problems with cognitive development later in life. So be sure to treat yourself to something special, like a prenatal massage, which can reduce physical pain and emotional worry. Yoga during pregnancy can also be helpful and you can continue to practice after as well. 
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Work From Home

I have always enjoyed working, but about 10 years ago I had multiple neck surgeries which caused me to have to quit working.  Although I am still unable to work, from home or outside the home, I did do a lot of research on ways to make money from home

In today’s society, it is so expensive for parents to work and have to pay for daycare.  Working from home is a great solution to expensive daycare. I can remember years ago, you couldn’t hardly find any work from home options.   That has changed drastically in the last 10 years. I actually had a business I ran from my home when my second child was 2 years old and my son was born.   I turned our bedroom into my office and we moved our bed in the living room. It was a little unorthodox when you walked in my house, but it worked for our family at the time.   
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How to Plan a Stress-Free Vacation for Kids and Adults Alike

Are you planning a summer trip for your family? You’re definitely not alone, but you could be far less stressed than other parents and children who are hitting the road. Check out these family-friendly travel tips to keep kids having fun and adults from feeling anxious.

Rent an Entire Vacation Home Rather Than a Hotel Room

No matter how much your family adores one another, being stuck in a tiny hotel room for too long can take the relaxation right out of your vacation. A better option for families looking to spread out is a vacation home rental, which is usually cheaper than that single hotel room. These days, rental sites help you zero in on the right amenities and space you need to fit your family size and budget. Plus, you can always find rentals near favorite attractions and activities. In bustling Nashville, for example, Turnkey notes you can choose a great rental from a variety of unique neighborhoods, whether you want to be near The Gulch, closer to Music Row or want something quieter with proximity to the historic districts.
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