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I was once asked: "If you had the opportunity, what advice would you give to the next generation?”

There is not, of course, a single or simple answer to that question. Everyone has a need for wisdom in some areas of life more than others. Typically those of us who are older are presumed to have advice and wisdom to offer to those who are younger. Many cultures seek the advice of their elders and honor the “wisdom of the ages.”

The older generations really do have much to share and teach. Recently an enterprising person offered his advice from mom--his mom’s words of wisdom--for sale on ebay! This young man knew what many moms wish their grown children would acknowledge: Mom has a vast store of life experience, insight and knowledge that is worth tapping into.

Wisdom and advice, however, are not the exclusive property of those who have lived a long life. We all have particular gifts of knowledge and experience to offer to others. Everyone can use a little free advice from those who are "more experienced" in some of life's situations.

Some of what you will find on this site is my answer to that question. On the pages that follow, I offer my "advice from mom"--my perspectives, and some of what I have learned, so far, about many aspects of life. I will include some family stories and photos as well.

Other pages will include the wisdom and advice of others I respect and have learned from. As I share advice and resources, I look forward to hearing from you about what you are learning on this journey we are all on together. You will find a place on the contact page to share your thoughts and insights. I will read all of them and share some of them on the pages of this site.

I am a collector of beautiful words of wisdom. Here are a couple of my favorites:

Wisdom outweighs any wealth. ~Sophocles

There is a wisdom of the head, and... a wisdom of the heart. ~Charles Dickens

A number of surveys have been done that asked people what they most want that money couldn't buy. Here are some of the answers:

Happiness
Freedom
Love
Peace and tranquility
Clean water and fresh air
Time to do the things we really want to do
Rekindle a long-lost friendship
A world where children can grow up feeling safe
The courage to say what I feel and what needs to be said
Peace of mind
To be surrounded by family and friends

Other studies have concluded that the best predictors of happiness are, in order, physical health, income, education and marital status. You will find information and resources, (and a lot of free advice!) on almost all of these topics.

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Wisdom of a Mom
Many cultures seek the advice of their elders and honor the “wisdom of the ages.” Mom has much to share and teach about relationships, parenting, money, food, fun, travel and more.

About Mom
About mom: the sources of Mom's wisdom

Family Relationship Advice and Resources
Family relationship advice and resources for all of your relationships

Parenting Advice
Parenting advice from a mom and grandmom

Advice On Friendship
Advice on friendship and how to find and be a friend

Hearth and Home
Hearth and home: create an atmosphere to please the senses

Body Soul Spirit
Body Soul Spirit: the definitions of each and steps to health for the whole person

Mom's Best Recipes
Mom's best recipes and family favorites

Health and Beauty Advice
Health and Beauty Advice: tips on looking and living better

Advice About Money
Advice about money management and tips on budgeting

Work From Home
Work From Home: It is absolutely possible to earn an income from home

Frugal Living Advice
Frugal living advice and advice about saving money

GiveBack
Give back: ways we all can share our blessings

Lifelong Learning
Lifelong learning for a lifetime of learning advenure

Travel Advice
Travel advice for you and your family

Holiday Celebrations With Family and Friends
Holidays throughout the year

Leave A Legacy
Leave a legacy: how do you want to be remembered?

Links to Mom's favorite sites and blogs
Other places you might enjoy

Letter From Mom
A regular letter from Mom

Get in Touch with the Advice Mom
Let the Advice Mom know your thoughts about, or ideas for, this site

Web Solutions
If I can build a web site, so can you!

Meet the Artist
The art on this site was created by Alaska artist Tanya Ramsey

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