Today’s economic times have put stress on many families financially and emotionally.  Does struggling and solving problems together bring families closer together? 
 Are there activities they can do that don’t cost a great deal of money?
My husband and I grew up in homes where struggling and working together on farms was a normal part of our childhood.  However, many happy memories have resulted.
We went through periods of difficulties when our daughter was growing up, but learned to enjoy many simple pleasures with love and laughter.  Now in our multigenerational household, we find solace in working together.
What can families do?

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It’s a tough world out there – and it’s often hard to see the rainbow, even if we are currently involved with the most awesome catch ever. (Which more than likely, we just aren’t.)
According to Dr. Thom E. Lobe, MD of Beneveda Medical Group, there’s practical solutions people everywhere can incorporate into their lives to get their grin on once again.
So (not to sound corny), but what can you do to turn that frown upside down? Here are some of the doctor’s tips:
1. Get your vitamin D level checked. Most of us are vitamin D deficient yet don’t know …read more