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Round Up: Thanksgiving Food and Fun

The fourth Thursday of every November is a holiday – THANKSGIVING! When most people think of Thanksgiving, they think of…

Zion National Park: A Perfect Day with Kids

Looking for a family friendly active day trip? Check out Zion National Park.

Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff – Your New Favorite Recipe

Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff is a hearty winter favorite - and easy to make enough to feed the whole family.

Kid Stocking Stuffers (For Less Than $10!)

Here are some non-candy stocking stuffer ideas for your toddlers, tweens and teens this Christmas.

The Best Pumpkin Cheesecake

This simple pumpkin cheesecake recipe is perfect for hosting -- or bringing to a fall gathering.

Shedding the Shy: London is 12

London was always considered "shy" as a little one -- but she's shed that connotation and turns 12 today.

When Your Parenting Turns 13

When a child turns 13 - parenting takes on a whole new meaning.

To My Middle-School Son, On His 14th Birthday

As you get older, your story becomes more complicated and nuanced.

Freelance Writing Tips

A collection of our best tips on a career in freelance writing.

Crafts & Hobbies: A Collection of Our Favorite Crafts for Kids

Here's some of our year-round BEST crafts for kids.

Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: Lost Time with Mom

These days the threat of Alzheimer's disease guides my every move.

Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

Thanksgiving is almost here and this Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallow recipe is always a hit! Whether you’re hosting a…

To Princess or Not to Princess?

“Look, Mama, I’m Cinder-brella!” My daughter twirls around me, a blue bath towel wrapped around her waist. My heart sinks…

I Took a 32-Day Road Trip with 5 Kids (in a Minivan)

Last summer my husband and I planned the trip of a lifetime for our family of 7 — 32 days,…

My Advice on Your Child’s Education: Relax

A few months ago, just before summer’s end, Rachael and I took the kids to a local splash park. While…

How to Get By On One Income

Getting by on one income is possible, with sacrifices. The Mommy 101 posts are part of an occasional series in…

Adjusting Expectations as a Special Needs Parent

There it sits in my son’s room: a special chair. Not a wheelchair exactly, but one that will hold his…

5 Things No One Tells You about a Home-Based Business

It’s no secret that working from home is on the rise. Have a home based business seems to be trending.…

5 Ways to Help Your ADHD Child Make and Keep Friends

My son is diagnosed with ADHD, and I see him struggling when he plays with other kids due to inattention,…

How to Boost Your Romantic Relationship as a Parent March 15, 2021

Parents of young children, we salute you. There are a lot of sleepless nights and busy days, making this a…

5 Kid Birthday Gift Ideas March 15, 2021

5 Kid Birthday Gift Ideas

12 Best Places in Texas to Buy Rental Property March 11, 2021

Here are the best rental investment areas in Texas.

Getting a Dog: Things You Need to Know March 10, 2021

Getting a Dog: Things You Need to Know

Parents: Tips to Strengthen Your Mental Health March 10, 2021

Source – CC0 License When you are working hard to motivate your children and to inspire them, you might very…

To My Middle-School Son, On His 14th Birthday March 5, 2021

As you get older, your story becomes more complicated and nuanced.

Freelance Writing Tips March 4, 2021

A collection of our best tips on a career in freelance writing.

Getting Used To Wearing Hearing Aids March 4, 2021

Getting Used To Wearing Hearing Aids

What’s Causing My Teen’s Mood Swings? March 3, 2021

Teens and mood swings

5 Ways to Motivate Kids to Do Homework March 3, 2021

5 Ways to Motivate Kids to Do Homework

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