Saturday, May 12, 2012
Mental Health Awareness Month
May isn't only for celebrating mothers it is also for bringing awareness to the general public about mental health issues. There is such a great stigma about mental illness. It affects everyone around you no matter age, sex, race, or religion. 1 in 3 people are affected by debilitating depression, anxiety, or panic attacks at one point in their lives. It could be your husband, your teenage son or daughter, it even affects adolescents as young as 5 and 6. Just remember it is all around you. You may not suffer from it yourself but chances are you know someone who is dealing with it right now in their own lives. Depression, anxiety, and panic attacks are NOT a sign of weakness! They are signs of having tried to remain calm for too long! If you are suffering let it be know to someone you trust. If you are close to someone who is suffering.....(even though truthfully it will be very difficult) lend a helping hand and try not to judge. People who suffer from any form of mental illness (including myself) are doing just that, suffering. Life is hard enough but when you have a debilitating illness that isn't actually visible to those around you it makes healing and recovering a very miserable process. Mental health advocates ask those of us who are mentally ill or know someone who is mentally ill to take a stand against stigma. Wear a lime green ribbon to represent you or your loved ones. When people ask you what it's for.....proudly tell them that you are fighting to break the stigma of mental health issues. Join the fight for a group of people who want nothing more than normalcy in their lives!
Thursday, May 10, 2012
A Review of Our Impromptu Vacation
It's been two weeks and I never posted anything since we returned from New
Orleans. I often put my writing and blogging on the back burner when it comes to my emotional ups and downs. I have returned though and I am here to tell you about our last minute trip. I am pretty avid when it comes to saving money but there are times when I feel too lazy to spend the time searching for that good deal. I must admit this little impromptu get away gave me little time to prepare to save money and once I was there I really didn't want to waste a minute. There were a few things I did save on such as the hotel, parking, and a few attractions. The hotel as I explained before was a steal. I bid @ priceline.com and got a spectacular room for a spectacular price. That was big saving number 1!!!!! After getting such an affordable deal we were able to spend a little more on food. I was somewhat disappointed to not get as many deals at restaurants but if there is one thing you should splurge on in New Orleans it's the food!!! We did a lot of walking which saved us on gas and parking. Our hotel was a short walk to all of the great things to see and do. We valet parked at our hotel for $28 a night with unlimited access in and out as long as we were staying there. It might seem like a lot but to park anywhere in New Orleans it'll cost you. For instance you might pay $20 for 4 hour parking. So, I think we got a good deal on that one. As far as attractions go we got a truly great deal that I believe is an on going promotion for 2012. We paid $35/adult and $19/child to see the aquarium, zoo, IMAX, and the insect museum. All of these places were quite interesting to see and fun for all ages. The aquarium has public viewing for shark feedings a few days a week so that might be something to think of when planning to go there. The Audubon zoo is a short drive or bus ride from the aquarium. Our party decided to take the bus for $1.25 that way we didn't have to worry about getting lost and it was a nice break from all the walking we were doing. Also, a great way to see the city on a small budget. Hopefully this is only one of the very many adventures for the year. Each time we take and adventure you are sure to hear about it and learn some of my budget shortcuts that may help you plan your own adventure.
Orleans. I often put my writing and blogging on the back burner when it comes to my emotional ups and downs. I have returned though and I am here to tell you about our last minute trip. I am pretty avid when it comes to saving money but there are times when I feel too lazy to spend the time searching for that good deal. I must admit this little impromptu get away gave me little time to prepare to save money and once I was there I really didn't want to waste a minute. There were a few things I did save on such as the hotel, parking, and a few attractions. The hotel as I explained before was a steal. I bid @ priceline.com and got a spectacular room for a spectacular price. That was big saving number 1!!!!! After getting such an affordable deal we were able to spend a little more on food. I was somewhat disappointed to not get as many deals at restaurants but if there is one thing you should splurge on in New Orleans it's the food!!! We did a lot of walking which saved us on gas and parking. Our hotel was a short walk to all of the great things to see and do. We valet parked at our hotel for $28 a night with unlimited access in and out as long as we were staying there. It might seem like a lot but to park anywhere in New Orleans it'll cost you. For instance you might pay $20 for 4 hour parking. So, I think we got a good deal on that one. As far as attractions go we got a truly great deal that I believe is an on going promotion for 2012. We paid $35/adult and $19/child to see the aquarium, zoo, IMAX, and the insect museum. All of these places were quite interesting to see and fun for all ages. The aquarium has public viewing for shark feedings a few days a week so that might be something to think of when planning to go there. The Audubon zoo is a short drive or bus ride from the aquarium. Our party decided to take the bus for $1.25 that way we didn't have to worry about getting lost and it was a nice break from all the walking we were doing. Also, a great way to see the city on a small budget. Hopefully this is only one of the very many adventures for the year. Each time we take and adventure you are sure to hear about it and learn some of my budget shortcuts that may help you plan your own adventure.
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