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Will we be okay without these 5 companies?
Posted on May 27, 2020 Leave a Comment
The unforeseen events of the beginning of 2020 have us readjusting our lives in so many ways. We have children that go to class without leaving their bedrooms. We have a brand new level of tension when we grocery shop. We have an uncertainty about the near future that is unprecedented. ”Will my college student […]
Oxygen needs to last all day
Posted on May 4, 2020 Leave a Comment
Almost 25 years ago, my wife and I went on a wonderful trip to Aruba (This was before I knew that she was going to be my wife. SHE knew it. I just didn’t). Living on the adventurous side of the “life fence”, we decided to try out scuba diving. The excursion offered a one-hour […]
Stop worrying about it and just prepare for it.
Posted on April 7, 2020 Leave a Comment
Many of us have worked hard and smart. Hard enough and smart enough that we have all the trappings and we pay for our children’s braces and we pay for their college tuition and we plan on that not too far off period where we can just deep sea fish or hop a plane across […]
This is NOT what Urban Upscale was built for…
Posted on April 6, 2020 Leave a Comment
This is NOT what we do. Our intent with Urban Upscale is to create a destination that is an informational and entertaining site based on our education, experiences and hopefully sound advice. We do not offer opinions about politics nor do we editorialize on controversies. We want to be a source of happiness and edification. […]
Connecting with friends without leaving home: The new “virtual hook-ups”
Posted on April 3, 2020 Leave a Comment
Whether self-imposed or for other reasons, there are times when leaving the house just isn’t an option. If you’re still housebound after about a week or so, you’re most likely ready for a little human interaction–outside those who may live in your home. Fortunately, technology offers several options to reach out, including phone calls, emails […]
Talking to kids about coronavirus
Posted on March 28, 2020 Leave a Comment
Although they may not say it, many kids and teens may be concerned or scared about the U.S. 2020 coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. With almost non-stop coronavirus coverage on media and social media, children and teens may experience feelings of anxiety or worry during this time. Here are a few ways you can talk to your […]
10 Tips: Staying sane during the coronavirus outbreak
Posted on March 27, 2020 Leave a Comment
So we’re all dealing with coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. You don’t have to be sick with the disease to be affected by it. The closure of retail and restaurants, cancelations of events and national sports, these all serve as daily reminders that life is very different these days. And the support you would normally […]
A father’s guide to keeping his family safe and happy during a pandemic
Posted on March 20, 2020 Leave a Comment
COVID-19 has us all on edge. If you are a father, the “edge” created by the pressure of keeping your family healthy and happy can be a rather sharp one. A father must realize that he may be the person that the entire family looks to for a source of strength and stability. This being […]