http://www.isnare.com/?s=author&a=Susie+Cortright Travel Susie Cortright Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=227267&ca=Travel SeaWorld was indisputably the highlight of our San Diego family vacation last summer. And we're not alone. SeaWorld Adventure Park in San Diego is one of the most popular attractions in Southern California, and it has a little something for everyone. The Shamu show is not to be missed. It is someth... Parenting Susie Cortright Mon, 10 Sep 2007 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=138222&ca=Parenting Have you ever bought your toddler an expensive new toy, only to discover that he spends more time playing with the box it came in? Toddlers have an amazing ability to sink into the simple things of life and create worlds from their own imagination. At this magical age, virtually everything is brand... Arts and Crafts Susie Cortright Sun, 23 Apr 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=47666&ca=Arts+and+Crafts Before I discovered the world of scrapbooking, I was inexplicably drawn to my local office supply store. I loved to stand in an aisle surrounded by the different colors of copy paper. And the pens! At the time, I thought this was really strange. (So did my family). And then I discovered that there a... Self Help Susie Cortright Sat, 22 Apr 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=47662&ca=Self+Help Active listening is really an extension of the Golden Rule. To know how to listen to someone else, think about how you would want to be listened to. While the ideas are largely intuitive, it might take some practice to develop (or re-develop) the skills. Here’s what good listeners know – and you sho... Family Concerns Susie Cortright Mon, 27 Mar 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=42663&ca=Family+Concerns Celebrate this season of renewal, abundance and love with some new family traditions. Here are seven ideas: 1. Create a kindness wreath for your front door. Begin with a small, plain wreath. A week or two before Easter, distribute 10 or more ribbons in bright spring colors to each family member. Whe... Self Help Susie Cortright Sat, 25 Mar 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=41818&ca=Self+Help Spring is here! Here are 16 simple ways to celebrate this fresh new season. 1. Make chocolate pudding parfaits or fresh strawberry shortcake and top with real whipped cream. 2. Take your kids on a trip to the zoo. 3. Put your spring and summer furniture back out on your porch or deck. Indulge in a n... Finances Susie Cortright Tue, 21 Mar 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=40435&ca=Finances Are you feeling trapped by debts you accumulated long ago? If you are able to pay your current expenses – and aren’t sinking further into debt – but you're still feeling dragged down by old debts and nagging monthly minimums, this plan is for you. It's a simple four-step process you can follow to he...