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Parenting Tip: Tough Stands are Often Necessary

So, I gave my kid’s pet guinea pig away a couple of weeks ago. No kidding, I really did. As I shared with my newsletter readers, it was a tough day for all of us, and both Hubby and I felt just awful about it. Captain Earthquake had been refusing to control his...

8 Ways to Keep the Peace During Child Visitation

(Editor’s note: Please welcome DeeAn with some wisdom for divorced/separated parents. Thanks DeeAn!) Whether you and your ex-spouse get along or do not, you must find a way to keep a smile on your face when sharing your children’s visitation hours, for your own...

FFYF: Cubby Camp Edition

Good Friday, Heroes! Today I am in the middle of Cub Scout camp with the younger boys. What was I thinking? Seriously though, camp is a lot of fun. And I can do anything for two days, right? I’ll update you with any necessary war stories when I get back home!...