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You Actually Don’t Have to Do It All
Do you ever feeling like you are constantly falling behind? Like you’re going through life with an endless to-do list: work, kids’ stuff, play-dates, laundry, appointments, etc.? I sometimes I feel like my brain is an overloaded computer with a… Continue reading
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3 Fun (and Easy) Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids
Valentine’s Day is normally considered a holiday for couples and the romantically-inclined, but V-Day is also a great time to celebrate all the types of love in our lives. Kids love Valentine’s Day (who doesn’t love a holiday that promotes… Continue reading
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Helping Your Child Build Their Self-Esteem
As parents we are always looking for ways to set our children up for success. One of the things that can help create successful, resilient adults is a healthy self-esteem. Contrary to popular belief, self-esteem can be built. And childhood… Continue reading
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Cozy Rainy or Snowy Day Family Activities
“Oh, the weather outside is frightful. But the fire is so delightful. And since we’ve no place to go…Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow!” Depending on where you live, you might be experiencing snow or cold weather… Continue reading
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Simple Gratitude Activities for Your Family this Holiday Season
Thanksgiving is coming up and it’s a time when a lot of families think about gratitude practices and taking inventory on all the good things we have. Having a spirit of gratitude can put us in a more positive mood… Continue reading
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10 Best Countries for American Families to Relocate to in 2024/2025
The 10 Best Countries for American Families to Relocate to in 2024/2025 Moving can be a challenging process for anyone, but it is especially challenging when moving with a family. Moving abroad as a family requires special considerations and careful… Continue reading
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Tantrums
It’s happened to all of us (especially in public). We’re out shopping or eating at a restaurant and our child asks us for something. A toy? A dessert? A rocket that can fly to the moon? A unicorn that can… Continue reading
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Mr. Crocket and the Specter of Abuse
(Content notice: there is mention of violence and abuse in this post.) Halloween is fast approaching and although I’m a horror fan throughout the year, it seems even more appropriate to watch scary movies. Drawn by the creepy movie picture… Continue reading
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Personal Development for Busy People
Photo via Pexels How to Pursue Self Development Pursuing self-improvement and personal development is a valuable endeavor, but it can sometimes lead to exhaustion if not approached thoughtfully. It is especially difficult when you are balancing multiple responsibilities, perhaps parenting,… Continue reading
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