As my own daughter nears the end of her senior year, I’m considering all the advantages and disadvantages of having her go to a local community college versus a university in the next city. She would either have to take the train every day, or she’d have to live with friends/stay in a dorm/get...
Welcome to Meditation Minutes with LYDIA, Inc. Emma Shows is a certified meditation and self-hypnosis instructor. These mini meditations are a brief reminder to take time out of your day for yourself, to ground, recenter, or to come back to awareness of your present when dealing with the...
Meditation Minutes: Mindfulness Welcome to Meditation Minutes. Today, we'll be doing a short mindfulness exercise to help you feel more present and centered. Remember, this recording is intended for relaxation and meditation purposes only. Please do not listen to this recording while operating a...
A Toddler walks alone in the grass, headed toward something. A Mother's Garden ~Anonymous A mother's love is like a garden, With tenderness anew, Her hands have sown the seeds of life, And watched them grow anew. Each child she nurtures with her love, Like flowers in her care, And with each day...
First, set realistic goals: Set realistic financial goals for yourself and your family, and break them down into smaller, achievable steps. Celebrate your successes along the way to help stay motivated. Photo of Potential Expenses and Expected Income Create a budget: Start by creating a budget...
1. Movie Night A movie night can be a great way to celebrate a child's birthday, especially if you have a projector and a white sheet or wall to create a theater-like experience. Set up a cozy area with pillows, blankets, and snacks such as popcorn, drinks, and candy. Choose a movie that the...
LYDIA, Inc. is a 501(c)3 charitable organization recognized by the IRS and the State of New Mexico. What do we mean by “Families in Crisis”? We mean any family impacted by job loss, a sudden move across the country, major illness from one or many family members, families experiencing...
We've had so many changes over the past year. 2020 was the year of the pandemic and transformation for so many people. Our director, Ms. Emma, began studying herbalism in order to offer a new alternative solution for families looking for affordable, natural options to increase their families'...
LYDIA closet It's that time of year - digging in the couch cushions for lost money, repairing sweaters for next winter, refreshing the home to be able to fully enjoy the outdoors (or bring the outdoors in). As you're cleaning out that closet, trying on clothes, wondering what to do with the items...
