Halloween Kills Review

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We got the Halloween Kills Digital code to review.  All opinions are our own.

 

I had mixed emotions about the last Halloween that came out.  I of course loved that Jamie Lee Curtis was back but I was not happy that they erased years of Michael Myers   kills. He is one of my favorite Horror killers.  So when this one came out and I saw that we were going to have a ton of our original survivors back I was excited but skeptical.

Halloween Kills did not disappoint me.  We had some great original kills, great story, and a few twist and turns.  We get to see a little of what happened in the original that we never saw and a great final scene I did not see coming. If you are looking for a great Horror Flick this week you are going to LOVE Halloween Kills.

Universal City, California, December 8, 2021 – Evil dies tonight.  Jamie Lee Curtis (“Scream Queens”, Knives Out), Judy Greer (The Village, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes), Andi Matichak (Blue Bloods, Orange is the New Black) and the entire town of Haddonfield band together to take down the infamous killer Michael Myers in the never-before-seen Extended Cut of HALLOWEEN KILLS, arriving on Digital December 14, 2021, as well as on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-rayTM and DVD January 11, 2022. Hailed as “A bloodthirsty sequel” (Bloody Disgusting), HALLOWEEN KILLS features the original theatrical release, the Extended Cut with Alternate Ending and exclusive bonus content which includes extended and deleted scenes, a behind-the-scenes look at creating the film, special gag reel and more!

The Halloween night when Michael Myers returned isn’t over yet. Michael manages to free himself from Laurie Strode’s (Jamie Lee Curtis) trap to resume his ritual bloodbath. As Laurie fights for her life from injuries from her last encounter with Michael, she inspires her daughter Karen (Judy Greer), granddaughter Allyson (Andi Matichak), and all of Haddonfield to rise up against their unstoppable monster. The vigilante mob then sets out to hunt Michael down, once and for all.

Master of horror John Carpenter (Halloween 1978, Halloween 2018) once again joins forces with director David Gordon Green (Halloween, Pineapple Express) and producers Jason Blum (Blumhouse), Malek Akkad (Trancas International Films) and Bill Block (Miramax) for this continuation of the Halloween franchise. HALLOWEEN KILLS also includes a stellar cast, including Jamie Lee Curtis, Judy Greer, Andi Matichak, Will Patton (The Forever Purge, The Postman), Thomas Mann (Kong: Skull Island, Amityville: The Awakening) and Anthony Michael Hall (“The Dead Zone”, The Dark Knight).  “As immortal as Michael Myers himself” (The Wrap), HALLOWEEN KILLS offers a tricky treat for audiences both old and new.
                              
BONUS FEATURES on 4K ULTRA HD, BLU-RAYTM, DVD & DIGITAL:

  • GAG REEL
  • DELETED/EXTENDED SCENES
  • HADDONFIELD’S OPEN WOUNDS – Those who die at the hands of Michael Myers are not his only victims. We look at some of the returning characters, and why their past traumatic encounters with The Shape made them natural candidates to try and defend Haddonfield against him.
  • THE KILL TEAM – It takes a big team to create a film the scale of HALLOWEEN KILLS, especially when part of the task is raising the bar for Michael’s gruesome kills. We hear the people behind the mayhem discuss how they continue to push the franchise to new heights.
  • STRODE FAMILY VALUES – Filmmakers and cast discuss the three generations of Strode women that have been terrorized by The Shape, and the roles Laurie, Karen and Allyson play in trying to vanquish his evil.
  • 1978 TRANSFORMATIONS – Shooting new footage that matches the feel of the iconic 1978 footage is no easy task, and even takes a little bit of luck. We reveal some of the secrets of how filmmakers achieved these stunning sequences.
  • THE POWER OF FEAR – The impact of Michael Myers’ pure evil extends far beyond his victims. We examine how fear of The Shape changed the psychology of the people of Haddonfield.
  • KILL COUNT
  • FEATURE COMMENTARY – Director/co-writer David Gordon Green and stars Jamie Lee Curtis and Judy Greer

HALLOWEEN KILLS will be available on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™, DVD and Digital.

  • 4K Ultra HD delivers the ultimate movie watching experience. Featuring the combination of 4K resolution, the color brilliance of High Dynamic Range (HDR) and HDR10+* which delivers incredible brightness and contrast for each scene and immersive audio for a multidimensional sound experience.
  • Blu-ray™ Combo Pack includes Blu-ray™, DVD and Digital copy.
  • Digital lets fans watch movies anywhere on their favorite devices. Users can buy or rent instantly.
  • The Movies Anywhere Digital App simplifies and enhances the digital movie collection and viewing experience by allowing consumers to access their favorite digital movies in one place when purchased or redeemed through participating digital retailers. Consumers can also redeem digital copy codes found in eligible Blu-rayTM and DVD disc packages from participating studios and stream or download them through Movies Anywhere.  Movies Anywhere is available only in the United States.

Pictures On Gold Giveaway

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This is a sponsored post in collaboration with PicturesOnGold

Valentine’s Day is a day to express our love and devotion to our special someone. PicturesOnGold has a beautiful Sterling Silver “Forever In My Heart” Photo Locket  that can be personalized and is perfect for gift giving.

 Beautiful jewelry is always a great gift,  This year make sure to check out Pictures On Gold and order a great gift at a great price before the big day. 

 

The locket has a  brushed back finish that is very nice, so that I can wear it on either side.

 

If you’re thinking of what to give your wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt or best friend, this is the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for her. Delivery was super quick.  I got my locket in a couple of days.

When ordering, you  can receive a 10% discount by using  code HEART10

Check out my video review of my Sterling Silver “Forever In My Heart” Photo Engraved Locket:

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The winner will be chosen randomly and contacted via email. A reply to the winning email is required within 48 hours before a new winner is chosen. Void where prohibited by law. One person entering per household, please. Chatty Patty’s Place, Tabby’s Pantry and The Review Wire are not responsible for the shipment of the prizes.

HBO Max Reveals Official Trailer for Looney Tunes Cartoons Season 4

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Toon Into Laughter and Fun in 2022 with a Brand-New Season of Looney Tunes Cartoons on HBO Max

Season Four Premieres Thursday, Jan. 20 on HBO Max

 

New Trailer HERE

 

 

 

Starting off the New Year right, Bugs, Daffy, Porky, Tweety and all of your favorite Looney Tunes return with a jam-packed new season of Looney Tunes Cartoons streaming Thursday, Jan. 20 on HBO Max.

In this new batch of episodes, Elmer Fudd tries to arrest Bugs Bunny, Tweety Bird goes to the Grand Canyon and Daffy plays one too many pranks on Porky. Don’t miss these and many more antics on this new season of Looney Toons Cartoons!

From Warner Bros. Animation, and starring the cherished Looney Tunes characters, Looney Tunes Cartoons echoes the high production value and process of the original Looney Tunes theatrical shorts with a cartoonist-driven approach to storytelling. In this modern iteration of the classic series, marquee Looney Tunes characters are featured in their classic pairings in simple, gag-driven, and visually vibrant stories.

 

Looney Tunes Cartoons is executive produced by Pete Browngardt (Uncle Grandpa) and Sam Register (Teen Titans Go!). The voice cast includes Eric Bauza (Bugs Bunny/Daffy Duck/Tweety/Marvin the Martian), Bob Bergen (Porky Pig), Jeff Bergman (Elmer Fudd/Sylvester), Fred Tatasciore (Yosemite Sam) and Candi Milo (Granny), Michael Ruocco (Beaky Buzzard).

Hearty Meals Perfect For Those Cold Winter Days

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The weather’s a little chillier outside and a lot of us are finding whatever excuses we can to stay indoors and under some blankets, from a nice lie-in to a movie night with the family. It’s during days like these that few things really tick all the right boxes quite as well as a good, hearty, warm meal. So, what’s going to keep your belly full and your body warm? Here are a few recipes you might want to take a closer look at for those filling and delicious meals.

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Take it slow

When it comes to hearty, delicious, and tender meat-based meals, then there are few appliances that are going to be your best friend quite like the slow cooker. You don’t really need to follow any complicated recipes. If you love a good pot meal that mixes a bunch of ingredients without too many complicated steps, however, then a jambalaya in that slow cooker is going to work wonders.

 

Making lasagna easy

Cheese, pasta, tomato sauce, and meat. There are few things in a lasagna that doesn’t make it sound like the most comforting and filling meal on the planet. If you’re not up for spending all that time on construction, however, this skillet lasagna recipe makes it exceedingly easy to end up with much the same texture and tastes like the other type. A fast, filling version of an Italian staple that you’ll be coming back to time and again.

 

Chow down on this

If you’re looking for something that’s packed to the gills with nutritional value (quite literally) then fish meals are what you should be angling for. Few fish are as nutritiously dense as a nice fresh piece of salmon, and salmon roe counts, as well. This salmon chowder recipe shows some of the heartiest and most filling ways you can make good use of these ingredients. Delicious salmon flavor, a lovely warm soup, and nice, soft potatoes are all you need here, with some optional dill for a little extra flavor.

 

A nice and quick casserole

Casseroles are often associated with fall and winter because they are easy to make, they’re pretty versatile in that they can use all kinds of ingredients, and you can set and forget them. This chicken spaghetti casserole is no different, but it offers a nice change from all of the beef options that are most common this time of year.

 

The vegetarians don’t have to miss out, either

While meat tends to be considered a “staple” of hearty winter cooking, that doesn’t necessarily need to be the case, especially if you prefer not to eat meat. To that end, a nice helping of rich, savory mushrooms is the star of the show with this vegetarian cassoulet, which also uses breadcrumbs to give it a nice bit of crunch and texture to contrast the more slippery nature of the porcini.

 

Hopefully, the comfort foods all listed above give you some good ideas for keeping the family warm and well-fed for the rest of this cold season.

6 Ways You Can Make Your Home Feel Bigger

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There are plenty of home upgrades that are actually worth it when improving your home, but sometimes, these upgrades aren’t possible. One common issue that people face is a lack of space at home. However, rather than look for a bigger house that could disrupt your lifestyle, you can look for ways to increase the space within your home without expensive renovations or extensions. But how can you achieve this? Here are six ideas to make your home feel bigger. 

 

Clear Your Clutter 

 

If you’ve got kids or have simply lived in your house for a while, you’ve accumulated a lot of stuff. You won’t have use for a lot of these items, but you’re not gotten around to getting rid of them just yet. When trying to make more space in your home and help it feel bigger, decluttering is one of the most effective ideas. 

 

You’ll need to be ruthless and go through each room in their house to decide what you want and don’t want to keep. A useful rule is to remove anything you haven’t used in six months aside from seasonal clothes. Duplicate items, such as several pairs of sneakers or coats may also be better off being donated to charity.

 

Make More Use of Your Patio

 

Your patio is a great way to make your home feel bigger without needing to get a quote for a pricey extension. Many people will use the patio and the room that leads onto the patio as a singular entity by installing sliding patio doors that make it easier to expand the space. 

 

This is perfect for those scorching summer months, and it’s also ideal for storing bikes and other items that don’t have a place in the house. Furthermore, opening the doors and letting the air circulate will make your home smell and feel fresh. 

 

Get Smart About Storage

 

Not enough people are smart about storage. They use boxes or drawers and stuff anything inside. There might also be piles of items hidden inside your cupboards that will collapse if you even dare look at them. 

 

This can make it difficult to keep your home organized, so consider creative storage ideas that offer a multifunctional appeal. There are plenty of surfaces both vertical and horizontal that you can use, whereas versatile furniture, such as tables, cupboards, and your bed can give you extra space to store items around the house. 

 

Clear The Floor Space

 

It isn’t just toys that cause clutter. Your interior design might not be as functional as you initially expected. If you need to twist and turn to get around your home, you’re better off clearing the floor space and arranging furniture differently. 

 

In the living room, you can pull back the sofas to make it easier for you to walk through. You may also realize you don’t need the coffee table, and side tables will take up less space and still offer the same benefits. Similarly, installing hooks to hang jackets on will make the entrance clearer and more welcoming whenever someone steps through the door. 

 

Mirror Mirror

 

Mirrors are an almost magic solution for homes that lack space. Although they don’t increase the size of your home, they can make it feel bigger. Multiple mirrors will reflect the light, which gets rid of the dark corners that can make your home feel small. 

 

You can set these mirrors up all around your home, from the living room to the hallways to your bedroom. The illusion might seem unlikely if you’ve never used them before, but you’ll eventually feel like your home has doubled in size, even if you can’t precisely explain why. 

 

Use Low Furniture 

 

Towering furniture reduces visibility around the home, which is why low furniture is a great way to make the house feel bigger. Instead of peering around high-backed chairs or tall tables, you will be able to see from one side of the room to the other without interruptions, 

 

Like mirrors, this creates an illusion that the house is bigger than it is. You can also look for chairs that have open legs, as this adds further storage ideas and that won’t take up potentially vital real estate within your home. 

 

Space to Roam 

 

An open home will make it easier to clean and stop the house from feeling so claustrophobic. If you and your family always feel your jostling for space, these ideas can do wonders for making your home more comfortable and satisfying, giving everyone somewhere to relax when they need to. 

Making Your Garden A Happy & Healthy Space For Your Kids

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Your garden should always be a healthy and safe space for your children. No matter their age, it’s likely that your little ones want to use the garden you have at home, but you shouldn’t have to stand guard the whole time. There are loads of tools available that can help you with this, and you can work to make sure that your garden is safe for your kids. But how exactly can you achieve a goal like this? Let’s find out.

 

Providing Shelter

 

Providing shelter to your little ones when they are using the garden can be a good way to make sure that they don’t have to deal with the elements when they are outside. Options like an outdoor playhouse with slide can be great for this, providing your little ones with the space they need in the garden. This also helps to keep them from being exposed to pollution and other issues if you live in areas with a lot of vehicles.

 

Dealing With Pests

 

There are loads of garden pests that can wreak havoc on your garden. Some of them are large, while others are small, but you won’t want any of them to be visiting your children when they are outside having fun. Small critters can usually be dealt with by using products from your local garden store. Larger animals will need more attention, though, and you may need a professional to deal with rats, mice, and other large creatures that could be stalking your garden.

 

Privacy & Security

 

While your garden is outdoors, most people want to make sure that this sort of space is as private as possible. High fences can help with this, though they aren’t always the best approach to take. Bushes, shrubs, and trees can provide natural privacy, giving you the chance to shelter your space without filling it with wooden panels. Of course, you also need to consider security when you are working to make your garden safe for your kids, and options like CCTV and strong locks can be great tools when you’re working towards this goal.

 

Dealing With Healthy & Safety Issues

 

Sharp rocks, snapped wood, and loose nails can all be dangers to children, especially when they are found outside. Your kids should be able to run around and use your garden without shoes on, but you will need to remove the health and safety threats from the space before this is possible. Most people can do this by themselves, but you could ask for someone else’s opinion to make sure that your outdoor space is safe.

 

As you can see, there are loads of options available for those who want to make their garden a happy and healthy space for their little ones. The work you do towards this will always be worth it, giving you the chance to enjoy a better garden and quieter kids.

10 Home Upgrades That Are Actually Worth It

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When it comes to home upgrades, you want to do all that you can to ensure that you are choosing the right ones for your home. If you have dreamt for a long time about a remodel, then you still need to get started with writing a list for all the things that you want your home to have. 

 

Some upgrades are going to be for fun and quality of life where others are going to be for customizing your lifestyle. Some of the ideas are going to be a big commitment and others won’t be so huge but will still be important to your home! You want somewhere more stylish, comfortable and functional to live in, and that means choosing to invest wisely and research the epoxy garage floor cost, the bathroom tiles cost and kitchen backsplash! You need to make upgrades to your home that are actually worth it, and we’ve got ten of them for you below.

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  1. A wet room. Switching out your bathroom to a shower wet room is a luxury upgrade if there ever was one. You should get rid of streaky shower doors and have an open wet room that looks amazing. There is a lot of work and expense involved, but it’s going to look amazing, add value to the house and really give you the chance to have a larger shower if you want one. It can look sleek and stylish in an instant, and it’s so worth every single cost involved because of the personal comfort of your own wet room.
  2. Upgrade the roof. A practical upgrade, a new roof or a replaced roof is going to be a great addition to the house. You will have to think about the savings you’re going to make on your energy bill and how you can ensure that your roof is intact so that it stays protecting the house in the weather. If you want to give it an upgrade, make sure that you change the color of the tiles to add a little pizzazz. 
  3. Upgrade the countertops. Counters in the kitchen often need a change every few years, and it’s going to upgrade the kitchen visually, functionality and more. You’re going to be able to give the kitchen an entirely new look, and you can choose an entirely new material for your kitchen. The worktops and the cabinets can be changed up to look the same color. Cabinets and countertops are always worth upgrading if you want your kitchen to look good. 
  4. Change the garage doors. Did you know that you can adjust the exterior of your home when you upgrade the garage doors? You can upgrade the material, the hardware and the way it opens. You can even add windows to your garage doors and make it a space that you can add color and light to the outside of the house. Changing up the garage doors is also a good idea if you’re looking for ways to adjust the exterior of your home. If you are upgrading the exterior, you’re going to find that you manage it better with a pretty new garage door!
  5. Add heat under your flooring. You should do this with the garage if you’re going to have a garage that is transformed into a new room. The rest of the house can really use underfloor heating, but try to keep it to the bathroom and kitchen because usually these rooms don’t have carpeting. Carpet is warm enough so the flooring that is cold underfoot would be a better option than the carpeted areas. 

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               6. Add new vents. One of the upgrades you can make that is worth it is in the bathrooms! You need to vent these spaces to avoid any condensation and mold building up. New vents and upgraded ventilation fans will help you to keep your bathrooms condensation-free and that’s a perfect upgrade if you deal with mold in the spaces. 

                 7. Brand new boilers. When was the last time you got a boiler in your home upgraded? Most people don’t bother as they’re something that often changes up every ten years or so. You should – if you can – upgrade your water heater to a tankless one. You should consider how your boiler is currently working and then decide if you can upgrade to a new one.

                8. Get a new deck. A great way to add more value to your house with an upgrade is to get a new deck around the back of the house. It’s a home upgrade that’s actually worth it because you’ll be using it all the time as an extension from your living space.  A deck becomes your summer living room because it’s the space you kick back, read, enjoy breakfast and just chill out. Your deck is going to add so uchto your home and you won’t realize it until you do it. 

             9.   More storage. From the kitchen to the bedroom, upgrading your storage options are really worth it. If you’re looking to invest, now is the time to do it and you can add more pantry storage, more cabinets and drawers and you can even convert an entire closet if you want to. This is an upgrade that’s worth your time and your money and you can build your storage into the walls if you want to. The increase in storage is going to be excellent for your home, and you’re going to be able to use it all of the time.

              10.  Adding solar power. You can invest a little more into your home with solar panels and solar energy. It’s a huge financial investment but the return that you get overtime is a worthy thing to invest in. Solar panels are going to help you to heat your home, give power to your sockets and everything else that’s powered by electricity! You should consider this even if the outlay is big because over time, you’ll get that money back with your saved money on electric bills.

 

Tips for Upgrading Your Bathroom

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Are you thinking about doing a bathroom upgrade? If a bathroom upgrade is on your agenda for 2022 then you’re probably wondering where to start. 

 

This is especially true if your bathroom is in a deplorable condition and you feel confused about how you can bring it to life and make it a comfortable space once again. 

 

The good news is that there are several ways in which you can make your bathroom more beautiful. Take a look at these tips to get you started.

 

Improve Your Bathroom 

 

One of the things you can immediately address in your bathroom is ventilation. Your bathroom must have some kind of ventilation. 

 

If your bathroom is currently without ventilation then it is probably not up to the building code. There must be a window or an exhaust fan in the bathroom. 

 

Install one of these if you don’t have them. If these are already in place, you should look at either upgrading your exhaust fan or widening your windows to bring more light into your bathroom.

 

Change the Flooring

 

If you want to renovate your bathroom and get it looking its best it is a good idea to think about changing the flooring. 

 

Upgrading the flooring can be a good way to make a statement in your bathroom. You could change the flooring to ceramic or porcelain tiles especially if your bathroom currently has wooden tiles. 

 

Add Beautiful Accessories

 

Your bathroom is a sanctuary and adding new bathroom accessories will make it come alive. You can upgrade the fixtures in the bathroom and place paintings or art in strategic places.

 

You can even add plants to the decor as well. Be careful and highly selective of the plants that you choose. You want to make sure that the color of your wall, doesn’t clash with the colors of the plants.

 

Add Mirrors

 

Adding the right mirrors to your bathroom will not only enhance a bathroom it will also bring light into the room as well. Some mirrors can actually make the bathroom look bigger depending on where you place them.

 

The lighting in your bathroom is very important as well. In addition to using a mirror to bring light into the bathroom, you should make sure the lighting fixtures that you have in your bathroom are conducive to an attractive decor. You want to make sure that your lighting is not too dim and not too bright.

 

Begin the Upgrade

 

There is a lot that you can do to make your bathroom look its best. Adding the right touches and accessories is a great way to enhance the look very quickly. 

 

The changes that you make do not have to be expensive. You can start with small changes such as putting in a new mirror or adding plants. 

 

After that, you can then move on to more difficult renovation such as widening windows or changing your exhaust fans. 

 

If you start small you will not become overwhelmed, and your bathroom renovation project will be completed with success and make your home more comfortable.

 

Trailer: Hotel Transylvania 4 Premieres on Prime Video January 14 #HotelTransylvania

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Can you believe that we are on #4 all the movies are so good I can watch them all in a row and I still want more.  We got the chance to check out the movie first and I loved it.  Drac is back and funnier then ever.  When he is going to retire from the Hotel business, he starts to get second thoughts and that is when the fun begins.  The whole family of course is involved and it gets interesting.

 



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Drac and the Pack are back, like you’ve never seen them before in Hotel Transylvania: Transformania. Reunite with your favorite monsters for an all-new adventure that presents Drac (Brian Hull) with his most terrifying task yet. When Van Helsing’s (Jim Gaffigan) mysterious invention, the ‘Monsterification Ray,’ goes haywire, Drac and his monster pals are all transformed into humans, and Johnny (Andy Samberg) becomes a monster! In their new mismatched bodies, Drac, stripped of his powers, and an exuberant Johnny, loving life as a monster, must team up and race across the globe to find a cure before it’s too late, and before they drive each other crazy. With help from Mavis (Selena Gomez) and the hilariously human Drac Pack, the heat is on to find a way to switch themselves back before their transformations become permanent. The film also features the voices of Kathryn Hahn (Ericka), Steve Buscemi (Wayne), Molly Shannon (Wanda), David Spade (Griffin the Invisible Man), Keegan-Michael Key (Murray), Fran Drescher (Eunice), Brad Abrell (Frank), and Asher Blinkoff (Dennis).
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Combating Loneliness As A Single Parent

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Whether you are a newly single parent or you’ve decided that it’s time to start looking out for yourself now your kids are older, it can sometimes be a lonely world. It’s through no fault of your own. You can easily get caught up in taking care of your little ones, especially if you are doing it alone. If you want to counteract the loneliness try these tips: 

Go Observe The World

So you can read a book (or try to read one) while your baby sleeps. Older children can sit on a playground seat. Being outside, available to interact with people, even if only for a few seconds, can improve your viewpoint.

Find Sincere Friends

Take heart if it appears that all your pals have vanished. You are fortunate to know your true buddies. Try reframing your loneliness with Tupac Shakur’s quote, “The most real people don’t have many friends.” I’d rather pretend to be lonely than really lonely. 

Take To The Phone

Call to say hi, share news, or simply admit your loneliness. Consider calling a lonely friend. Don’t take it personally if folks don’t answer right away. Our phone culture is changing—send a text before phoning because many people don’t answer their lines without a heads-up. You could always trial chat lines to build up your confidence by talking to other parents and old friends. 

Attend Meetups

Find local parent groups on Meetup or other sites. There is a meeting club for almost anything—not just parenting. A virtual meetup can be as simple as joining a local book club, taking an online class with discussion, or organizing a Facebook fitness challenge with pals. It’s good to be part of something bigger.

Invite A Pal

Invite a buddy over after your child has gone to bed. I’ve enjoyed having friends over for tea or wine. It truly makes a house a home. Even wonderful when they arrive early and give your kids a tale. That makes everyone happy.

Keep Reading

Then read again. This is my number one anti-loneliness strategy, as any regular reader of this site knows. Books dominate my writing these days, which makes sense given I read almost every night. Plus: I get to engage with my local library a lot, which has developed nice small relationships for both of us. No more loneliness!

Try Meditating

You want to, but you don’t have time. Or it’s too difficult. Guess what? You may do this after your child goes to bed, and it is really beneficial to your mental and physical health. To get started, listen to guided meditation audio.

Plan Your Future

You may do it with scissors, glue, and magazines, or use a website like Pinterest to collect happy photos. The goal is to spend more time thinking about the direction you want your life to go.

Set A Date

Connecting with someone wanting to connect makes sense, right? If it fails, at least you’ll have some amusement and perspective on returning home to a quiet house.

 

These tips should all help with combating loneliness as a single parent. Do you have any other tips that could help? Share a few in the comments.