It’s the most wonderful time of the year—or so they say! If you are anything like me, then you may be under some stress planning holiday parties and soirees that take place in your home. During this time of year, I entertain a lot in my home, and I am often the one who does […]
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We are almost in the full throes of the holiday season, and with that will come the hustle and bustle of the most wonderful time of the year. It is also a time when many of us create family holiday greetings that are shared among loved ones and friends on their mantles, desks, shelves, etc.
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If your child is anything like mine, then he or she is probably competitive. My daughter loves to play games, especially those that have scores or teams, and I like that she has fun playing team sports. But during these types of play, there is usually always a winner and a loser, and it can
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My Chicklet is 9 years old and a force to be reckoned with. I often tell people that I don’t know what I did to deserve such a wonderful daughter. She’s smart, funny, sassy, loving, independent, sensitive, caring, an awesome friend … I could go on and on. I know as her mother, I lead
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For many of us, summer is coming to an end, and the new school year is upon us. As much as I love summer and being able to spend more time with my daughter doing outdoor activities and having fun, I really look forward to the school year. And it helps because my daughter is
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My 9-year-old daughter is getting to the age where she wants to have more bonding time with her girlfriends. Gone are the days of playdates. My daughter and her friends now require more time doing girlie things together, such as dressing up, playing with their American Girl dolls, and of course, talking about things that
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I know as busy parents it can be hard trying to juggle family and career while also fitting in some “you” time. These days, we are all plugged in 24/7 to technology. Phones, laptops, notebooks, DVRs, and such rule our world. There’s so much going on and so much to do! But recently I was
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Okay. So it’s that time of year again to start planning your child’s next birthday party. Of course you want the party to be fun and memorable for everyone who is in attendance. After all, this is an important day to you, your child, and your family. But how do you throw a party that
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My 9-year-old girl loves to play alone in her room. I peek in at her during her playtime, and I notice she enjoys imaginative play the most. Because her sibling is 10 years older than she is, she has gotten comfortable with playing by herself and using her imagination to create her own world. As
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If your child is anything like mine, he or she is probably invited to a lot of birthday parties. Kids love inviting their friends and classmates from school, and it makes for a fun birthday experience for everyone involved. But there is a certain etiquette required for birthday parties, including what type of gift to
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Another wonderful holiday season is now in the record books, as we are getting adjusted to a new year and a new beginning. If your kids are anything like mine, they probably received a lot of toys from Santa and his elves, causing some organizational challenges in everything from bedrooms to playrooms. But the clutter of too many toys doesn’t have to stop you and your kids from enjoying their playtime. Purging the play area and making way for their new toys by recycling their old toys will not only make you feel better about your kids’ spaces, but it can also do some good in your community.
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