Adolescence is filled with changes, challenges and crossroads. Letting girls have some creative freedom with their hair, accessories and clothing choices empowers them and gives them confidence. There are many creative, non-permanent options that allow girls to show off their individuality, but are as easy to change as their moods. Colorful hair wraps, glittery temporary tattoos, jewelry that reflects their interests and fun, funky accessories all help girls to show off their sense of style. Here are some winners for tween changelings: That’s Perfect, Glitter My Tattoo, Darling Charms and New Dimensions Toyz & Trendz.

What has gorgeous stretches of sandy beaches, hosts the world’s opal capital, and is known for its friendly, outgoing people? That “Lucky Country” is Australia, home not only to bouncing joeys but also lively, thriving businesses. Australians prize their individuality and let their hard work speak for itself in the form of long-lasting, sturdy, unique items that can be found nowhere else except in the Land Down Under. The Giggle Guide^® presents some awesome children’s brands from Australia: Fertile Mind, Weegoamigo, Tetra Tea Tree, and Littlehorn.

Music is powerful; it can teach, inspire, heal and unite. It has been shown that even in the womb, babies respond and move to music. Music is an art that can bring people together and John Richardson, Rich Candelora and Rich Ludwig of Zither Heaven can certainly attest to that. The three founders cultivate a spirit of innovation around the shop, where new products are constantly tested and improved. Zither Heaven’s commitment to quality resources, superior construction and excellent service, while blending modern technology and traditional craftsmanship, allows them to deliver their best to customers.

There’s something motivating about a fresh start. That must be why each year we think about what resolutions we will make for the New Year. We list our aspirations and resolve with confidence to realize these goals. For many, just weeks into the new year we fall back into our old ways and the resolutions seem to fade away until the next new year when we once again make resolutions. Even after a few weeks into January, it’s not too late to start anew and resolve to make positive changes. Those who achieve success are the ones who apply a structure to their efforts, assign accountability to the goals, and define measurable milestones to ensure progress is being made.