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Three Going On Thirteen
Three-year olds are passionate about what they want and don’t want. Recently, my three-year old asked for some water.  It went something like this. More...

Five Fun Math Tips for Parents
We all know there is a need for kids in the U.S. to improve in math so we can compete in a technological world. To address this, we need to show kids ways that math is a fun and useful part of their lives. Just as we read with them to make them better readers, we can also do math with kids to make them better mathematicians. To celebrate CYBERCHASE’s 5th season, here are 5 tips that show you how.  More...

 

Can You Help?

Family Budget Matters...

 
Breastfeeding - Does one breast pump better than the other?
Okay, I feel a little weird posting this in case I'm some sort of a freak of nature, but through four babies and breastfeeding all of them, one of my breasts (left) has always produced less milk than the other. More...
 

Reasons for Resourcefulness
Waste Not, Want Not. You may be familiar with this phrase if you had a parent or grandparent who lived through the great depression or experienced war rationing. More...

Peeling Back the Layers of Your Financial Onion
The number one reason why people go into debt isn’t lack of money. It’s a lack of something else. Something that doesn’t have anything to do with money. What else? Well, that really depends on the person. 
More...

 

New on the Boards:

What's in the Crock Today?

 
60 Uses for salt

What Is The Last TV Show That You Watched?

How old should kids be to get their own pet?
 

Coca Cola Roast

Garden chicken tacos

Slow Cooker Enchiladas

Bean and Bacon Soup

Southwestern Style Sausage, Egg & Cheese Breakfast
 

Allowance or Commission?

Getting Crafting...


Question about speech development

Are you doing anything to get ready for Spring?

What can always be found in your fridge?

What Charitable Organizations are you in?

Television Discussion - "Lost"

Do you like the names that your kids gave to their kids?
 

 
Rainbow Magnet

A perfect craft for St. Patrick's Day!  More...

Send a bit o' greeting to a loved one for St. Patrick's Day!

 Shamrock Collage
My kids really enjoyed this project. You need two days for it. You can incorporate learning about the color green, the number four, the letter s and the shape heart with this project. 
More...

St. Patrick's Day Activities!
Let’s Get It Together For Fun!  More...

St. Patrick's Day Cupcakes
One of the easiest treats to dress up for holidays and birthdays is the cupcake. All you need is food coloring, cake decorator gel and frosting, and a little imagination.  More...

 

Family Giveaways:

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A Balanced Life?
You might see her in the pediatrician's waiting room. She is professionally dressed and well spoken with several children in tow. You secretly wonder, "When will I be able to trade my blue jeans for career clothes?   More...
 
 Organization Does A Lot For You and Your Business
Do you feel busy, rushed, and sometimes discouraged at the end
of your day? Review these benefits and tips for being
organized.  More...

 

St. Patrick's Day...

Health & Beauty - Just for Mom


St. Patrick and His Legend

St. Patrick's Day Activities!

Rainbow Magnet

Shamrock Collage

St. Patrick's Day Cupcakes


Treat Depression and Anxiety the Healthy Way!
Prescription Anti-Depressants, Tranquillizers and Sleeping Tablets are regularly prescribed by doctors to treat anything from bereavement to postnatal depression. While there are many responsible and caring doctors out there, there are also many who over-prescribe.  More...

The Key to Losing Fat May Not Be Aerobics Alone 
While many people falsely believe that aerobic exercise is the only way to burn fat, this is a fallacy that will leave them lacking the tools needed to improve their overall health and make the fat loss a permanent part of their lives.  More...

 Try These Recipes...

 

"The greatest achievements were at first and for a time, dreams. The oak sleeps in the acorn." 
~James Allen"

Reuben Brunch Casserole  <Kid Breakfast Recipes
Dutch Oven Recipes <><> Oriental Recipes

 What We Like....

 


Second Wives Club.com
Sisterhood for Stepmoms!
Conversations about stepfamilies, remarriage, ex-wives, and more...
 


Makingfriends.com now meets or beats Oriental Tradings craft prices!
You don't have to buy a full dozen! Order just what you need.
You don't have to buy assorted colors! Order just the color you want.
You don't have to buy assorted styles! Order just the style you want.
You don't have to spend $60 to get free shipping! Just order $50.
Check out the Easter kits and watch for more lowered prices over the
next weeks!

 

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