Swimming Upstream

Facing challenges is a natural part of life. Swimming Upstream is meant to motivate ourselves and others to look at life's struggles as opportunities. The Mermaids feel it is important to share, empathize, and encourage one another.   

	{Hearty and Healthy: 3 Bean Chipotle Chili} Looking for something hearty and warm for lunch on a blustery afternoon? Homemade chili in less than 20 minutes, you bet! More...
	{Mommy's Page: Spill it Sister…} Is it postpartum depression or is it the baby blues? Northwest Kids Magazine and the Mermaids are proud to partner in bringing you in-depth articles that inform, entertain and inspire those who have children. More...
	{If You Wish to Travel Far and Fast} "If you wish to travel far and fast, travel light. Take off all your envies, jealousies, unforgiveness, selfishness, and fears." ~Glenn Clark More...
	{A New Year, a New Beginning} Mermaid Debbie shares her struggle with the end-of-the-holidays blues. An attitude adjustment made all of the difference for her. More...
	{Boost Your Confidence} Nervous about speaking your mind? Afraid to go after what you want? Don't let self-doubt keep you from your goals. More...
	{Sleep, Sweet Sleep} Slipping into sleep when you need to is made easier by subtly changing the way you use your bedroom. More...

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Featured Recipe

Hungry boy's casserole This hearty tummy-warming beef casserole made with chick peas was the winning recipe of the 1963 Pillsbury bake-off contest.

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Featured Product

Beautiful thank you cards Saying thank you is a good thing and this box of 50 makes it easy to say it as often as you need.

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Featured Idea

Applesauce cinnamon ornaments These ornaments smell heavenly and are fun to make. Make a bunch and fill a whole tree or use as aromatic package toppers.

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