Get Out of Bed Before Your Kids Wake Up!

I always find that the days I get up at least an hour before my kids start calling "mommy," the whole day goes better. I have time to exercise and... read more

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LeapFrog Letter Factory

I have to admit I am not the best teacher for my children (thank heaven for school)! I also have to admit I am in my car way too much.... read more

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Keeping Grocery Bags in Order

Plastic grocery bags are usually a mess to keep, right? I've recently found a great way to store them. In an empty tissue box, stuff your grocery bags one at... read more

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One Thing at a Time

I have realized that asking your child, of any age, to just "clean your room" is totally overwhelming. I don't even like to hear it. When I make my daily... read more

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It Doesn't Have to be Perfect

I learned a long time ago that our kids are not going to put things away the way we do (husbands either for that matter). I knew that my children... read more

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Wow! I'm a Cheapskate!

After reading your request and all the comments on how much to pay a babysitter, I feel like a real cheapskate. But I do really agree with the mom who... read more

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Time for You

In my experiences as a mom I have realized that I am able to take better care of my baby when I still make sure I take care of myself... read more

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Embrace the Time You Have

For a child, a pre-teen, who may get bored just at the time you want some "me" time, here are a few ideas and thoughts from a Grandma.

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Boost Your Energy

There are some times when you really should try to take that nap, but sometimes all you need is a quick boost to get through a little more of the... read more

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Dry Laundry Detergent for Front Loader!

My sister and I both have the same front loading washers that we bought at Costco. We both were complaining for the longest time about our darks always smelling musty... read more

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