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Host an Awesome Play Date!

  Have you ever gotten “that look” from your child when you were hosting a play date?  You know, the one that says, “We don’t have anything to do and my friend is not having fun! Help, Mom!”  Or you might have felt that way when you’ve had kids over … Continue reading…

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9 Ways to Be a Better Mom Every Day

  I enjoy looking at “mommy blogs”— most of the time.  But there are some days when I’ve seen one adorable kids party, perfect meal, or hand-embellished apron too many.  As I look at these blogs featuring amazing moms and their seemingly endless ideas (and the energy to see them … Continue reading…

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The Secrets to Raising Boys and Girls

  It starts with the first call you make after the ultrasound: “We’re having a boy!” and the listener replies something like, “Oh, have mercy, you won’t have anything in your house that isn’t broken in three years time.” If you announce, “It’s a girl!” you’re likely to hear, “Just … Continue reading…

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How Wives Push Their Husbands Away

  There are days when I push my husband to the back of the line…  I make sure my kids have what they like for breakfast, but, whoops, I don’t have time to start my husband’s coffee.  I haven’t talked to my sister in few days, so when my husband … Continue reading…

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05-07

A Mother’s Day Gift for You!

  Because you do so much, and you do it so well, we want to say Happy Mother’s Day by giving you some of our favorite printables.  Just click on the link below to get started.  And if you want to give someone a free Mother’s Day gift, forward this … Continue reading…

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How to Keep You Kids from the “Big 3″ Dangers

  Drugs, drinking and sex.   Did you know that if your kids can make it to age 21 without smoking, abusing alcohol, or doing drugs, they are pretty much home free?  (And, since being under the influence makes a child more likely to have sex, preventing the first two of … Continue reading…

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The Wife’s Guide to Keeping His Eye

  A friend of mine and her husband were talking with another couple.  The other guy complained that his wife takes way too long to get ready. “And when she shaves her legs,” he said,  “it takes even longer!” My friend’s husband was silent for a moment and then responded. … Continue reading…

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9 Printable Cards for Teacher Appreciation Week

  Did you have a favorite teacher growing up?  Do you remember how that teacher made you feel—valued, intelligent, special?  My first grade teacher was like that.  Miss Menendez was loving, encouraging, and firm when she needed to be. I talked too much in class and she gave me a … Continue reading…

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