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Budget Stretching Secrets from a Frugalista Mom

Written by Susan - 9 Comments

I have often been called Thrifty, Frugal and now the best term yet Frugalista!  I don’t mind these terms, in fact it is almost a little like a badge of honor.  I think it is in my blood (German I am!) to be a smart shopper, always looking for the deal.  It definitely came to [...]

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5 Ways to Survive a Family or Class Reunion

Written by Beth - 6 Comments

Summer is the perfect time for family reunions, class reunions, and various other gatherings. Do you look forward to them or dread them with a passion? Whether you enjoy them or merely tolerate going to them, here are some timely ideas to help you survive the experience. A little bit of planning can make any [...]

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Can kids have a bummer summer?

Written by Pearl - 10 Comments

Growing up, I spent summers with my grandmother in Brooklyn. We went shopping as I pushed her cart and talked with the shopkeepers. We watched soap operas and yelled, “liars” to the commercials. I watched her cook and she told me stories. We hung out on the fire escape and watched kids playing ball. We [...]

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Allowing Your Child to Grow Up

Written by Susan - 15 Comments

One of the main ideas that I try to share with the parents I work with in my coaching is the basic fundamental truth that you cannot control your child. Now, usually when a parent comes to me with a parenting concern they are looking for a way to change their child’s behavior – QUICK! [...]

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Time for some TLC

Written by Beth - 7 Comments

I started a little project recently that required getting out my sewing machine. I hadn’t used it for several months and for some reason the thread kept breaking. Finally, I broke down and dug out the owner’s manual for some help. Hmmm, when was the last time I had cleaned and oiled the machinery? Apparently, [...]

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When mom turned into a monster

Written by Pearl - 3 Comments

When my kids were toddlers, I bought them a picture book entitled, When Mum Turned Into A Monster. The story depicted a mother who quite literally turns into a monster as she barks orders at her children to straighten up the house in preparation for a visit from their aunt and cousins. My kids loved [...]

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Top Ten Summer Survival Tips For Moms

Written by Susan - 12 Comments

Transitioning from school to summer can be hard on our kids, but I think it is even harder on us moms, if you know what I mean!   If we have been lucky enough to have all our kids in school during the day, we are use to having some time “alone”.  This abrupt change when [...]

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How To Talk To Your Children About Sex

Written by Corey - 0 Comments

Today I’m guest posting over at Simple Mom (where I’m a monthly columnist). I’ve written a post that I think you’ll enjoy as well: How to talk to your children about sex If you like it, please join in the discussion there and share it by Retweeting or via Facebook. Thank you. Share

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