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This is your reminder that Valentine's Day is right around the corner. So, get those reservations made NOW and those flowers ordered! Don't be late getting things in order and run out of time!
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Want to plan a romantic and fun date but not sure what to do? We found a list of 75 different things to do on a date, from budget-friendly and group dates. Some of our favorite dates we previously featured include:
*Movie Marathon
*Test Drive a Dream Car
*Thrift Shopping Date
*Visit Animal Shelter
*"Stranger at the Bar"
*Dessert Date Night
But this list has so so much more you need to check out!
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GALENTINE'S DAY
FEBRUARY 13TH
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February truly is the month of love and Galentine’s Day on February 13 fits right in. We’re quick to shower our significant others with gifts and treats on February 14, but the day prior was designed to celebrate other equally important relationships in our lives: our girlfriends! Galentine’s Day is a time to bring together the ladies in your life you love most.
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"Valentine's Day is known as the holiday of love, but it should also be called the holiday of crafting! After all, it's just so much fun to paste, glitter, and color all of those tiny red and pink hearts. Even if you're not the crafty type, you're still bound to enjoy the easy DIY Valentine's Day craft ideas we've compiled here. Whether you need inexpensive Valentine's Day gifts like DIY Valentine's Day cards, a winning Galentine's Day goodie, or just want a simple snow day activity to do with your kids, you'll be all set with our list." - The Pioneer Woman
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NATIONAL TEEN DATING AND AWARENESS MONTH
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More than 1 in 10 teens who have been on a date have also been physically abused by a boyfriend or girlfriend in the last year.
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month is a national effort to raise awareness and protect teens from violence. You can make a difference: Encourage schools, community-based organizations, parents, and teens to come together to prevent teen dating violence. How can Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month make a difference? We can use this month to raise awareness about teen dating violence and take action toward a solution – both at home and in our communities.
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ONLINE DATING AND FIRST DATE SAFETY TIPS
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Valentine's Day is in the air and with people going on many first dates, we wanted to remind you that prior to meeting someone for the first time, you should do some research on them! Google their name, run them through the Family Watchdog registry, and even run their name through a background check!
When meeting someone for the first time, make sure to pick a secure location (such as a favorite restaurant or coffee shop) and to stay under intoxicated. Be aware of their body language and look for red flags. Always stay safe!
Many dating apps have a secure background check that members must pass, but always do your own research on top of trusting an app!
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Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Also known as African American History Month, the event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. Other countries around the world, including Canada and the United Kingdom, also devote a month to celebrating Black history.
The story of Black History Month begins in 1915, half a century after the Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery in the United States.
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February marks the beginning to tax season. To avoid long waits for your refund (if you are entitled to one) - get looking into getting your taxes filed early and correctly!
We love Turbo Tax because how quick, affordable, and easy it is to use for simple refunds! It even helps find extra money owed to you by checking exemptions!
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Scams are an everyday occurrence, but during tax season, scammers really seem to up their game in an attempt to take your money.
Never, ever, ever give any personal information over the phone to someone you do not know. The IRS will not contact you for payment unless it's through the official post office!
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Before you go and spend all that extra money you might be entitled to this tax season, sit down with your family and prioritize where your money should go. Maybe pay up some bills or put some money in savings for a rainy day!
Don't spend all your money on something you don't need or will cost you a ton in payments over the rest of the year - like a new car. Car dealerships love to take advantage of people during tax time knowing that they may not be able to make payments through the rest of the year.
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Having good credit can mean a difference of getting what you want and what they think you can afford. So, keeping a good eye on your credit report year-round is easy and free through sites like credit karma.
It's also a great opportunity to have "the talk" with your children about maintaining good credit and how to get good credit started.
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Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean.
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ST. LOUIS – Purina joined forces with the Women’s Safe House Tuesday, hosting the grand opening of The Pet Safe House.
This new addition allows domestic violence victims to keep their pets with them during their stay at the Women’s Safe House.
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DV SHELTERS THAT ALLOW PETS
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This is a listing of domestic violence shelters that accept FAMILY pets.
This list DOES NOT include shelters that only accept service animals or emotional support animals requiring a doctor’s note. All U.S. shelters are required to welcome service animals pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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"PODCASTS ARE TO radio as streaming services are to television, and we are lucky enough to be living through the golden age of both. You can find a podcast about almost anything these days, but with great choice comes great mediocrity—you might need a helping hand to find the podcasts worthy of your ear. Our expertly curated list will entertain and educate you, whether you’re doing the dishes, working out, commuting, or lazing in the bath."
Find a podcast that piques your interest and give your ears and brain some food! Podcasts are easy because you can always pick up where you left off!
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"Solving the toughest criminal investigations sometimes requires a game of risk. Each week, host Ashley Flowers tells you the story of a person whose murder or mysterious disappearance has gone unsolved for years in audiochuck’s new weekly true-crime podcast called, The Deck. These cases are the coldest of cases."
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SUGGESTION: STUFF YOU SHOULD KNOW
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"The best darn podcast in the land! If you’ve ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime, and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered."
This podcast is great for the morning commute to work - gives you something to talk about during the workday with co-workers!
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There are many forms of eating disorders from overeating to under eating. Read some statistics from ANAD and learn what you can do to combat eating disorders for those you love.
- At least 30 million people of all ages and genders suffer from an eating disorder in the US.
- Every 62 minutes at least one person dies as a direct result from an eating disorder. Meaning eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness.
- 0.9% of American women suffer anorexia in their lifetime and 1.5% of American women suffer from bulimia in their lifetime. On top of this 2.8% of American Adults suffer from binge eating disorder in their lifetime.
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Family Watchdog is now highlighting four random cases from National Center for Missing and Exploited Children so we can bring the awareness of our children missing in the United States. We highly encourage you to visit their website and search in your area to see what children are missing and what you can do to help. Do not approach missing children unless the child is in danger, always call 911 or 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678)
Each month we will randomly choose four missing children's cases from the NCMEC website. You can submit a missing children's case to us possibly highlight in one of our newsletters by emailing us.
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ROGER ANDREW VILLOGRAM II
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Missing Since: January 15, 2024
Missing From: Fairfax County, VA
Age Now: 15 Years Old
Additional Info: Roger was last seen wearing a black and grey jacket with 1990s Nickelodeon characters on it and blue jeans.
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Missing Since: October 28, 2023
Missing From: Albuquerque, NM
Age Now: 18 Years Old
Additional Info: She may still be in the local area or she may travel to Socorro County, NM. She has tattoos of roses on her arms and a blue star on her left cheek which is often covered up. She may need medical attention.
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Missing Since: January 14, 2024
Missing From: Prince William County, VA
Age Now: 16 Years Old
Additional Info: Rospieta's hair is split dyed red and balck. She was last seen with another missing juvenile, Asia Clark.
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Missing Since: October 27, 2023
Missing From: Dayton, OH
Age Now: 15 years Old
Additional Info: She may still be in the local area or she may travel to Xenia or Beavercreek, Ohio. This child may go by the name of River.
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