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Teach Your Family Power Words!

When my kids were young, they watched Barney, that big purple dinosaur, every morning on PBS. One Barney song still lingers in my mind. Odd I know, but it's a really catchy tune. šŸ˜‚ šŸŽµĀ  Please and thank you- they're called the magic words. If animals couldĀ talk, you'd hear the fishes and the … [Read more...]

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Two Quick & Easy Family Dinners

In keeping with the title of this post, I'm going to be super quick and get right to the point! Sometimes, you need an easy dinner that you won't feel guilty about serving your family- a meal that's nutritious, hearty, and delicious. I Ā love these two dinners because you canĀ keep all the … [Read more...]

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Quick & Cheesy Chicken Pasta

Cheese, pasta, chicken, a can of soup and a bit of veggie...Quick & Cheesy Chicken Pasta is as easy as can be! I'm sharing another family favorite recipe with you today. I love this recipe for its deliciousness, ease of preparation, and quick clean up! I made this a couple nights ago for a … [Read more...]

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Magical Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins

The best recipes have a special ingredient- memories. Many years ago, my daughter, Hannah, came home from cross country practice raving about the muffins a mom had sent to practice for the girls. She said things like: ā€œThey were the best ever...the most delicious thing I’ve ever … [Read more...]

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Prepare for a Parent Teacher Conference Like a Pro

It’s that time of the year! No, I’m not referring to the arrival of Pumpkin Spice Lattes at Starbucks! It’s Parent Teacher Conference time- your chance to get a behind the scenes view of how your child is doing at school. Conferences usually happen twice a year – Fall and Spring. If your child’s … [Read more...]

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5 Quick Mood Boosters for Busy Moms

Sometimes, you just need a quick pick-me-up; an attitude adjustment. Ā A disagreement with your husband, long lines at the grocery store when you’re in a rush, or the kids acting up can seriously impact your mindset. Having the skills to adjust your mood when needed can make the frustrations of life … [Read more...]

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How to Get Your Children to Talk About Their School Day

My oldest daughter gave me an entertaining, detailed account of her school day every single afternoon.Ā Ā I didn't have to ask her questions; I just listened and enjoyed. But her brothers were the exact opposite. I felt like I was interrogating my boys after school: "How was your … [Read more...]

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How to say NO Gracefully: 4 Tips for Moms Who Do Too Much

Are your days too full with endless commitments? If I could read your mind would I find you feeling worn out, overextended and maybe even a little resentful? Are you a mom who just cannot say ā€œNoā€? There was a time when I said yes to just about every request... Can you coordinate … [Read more...]

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Shaking Hands: When, Why & How

Today let’s look at shaking hands. This seems like a tiny detail, doesn't it? Why fuss over such a common occurrence? Well, it's because shaking hands is so common that it’s important to do it correctly! Your handshake says a lot about you- whether you're at the bank to apply for a loan or a … [Read more...]

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Kids Good Manners: 5 Practical Tips to Help you Teach your Children Manners at Home

Can you relate to this scenario? You're at a restaurant with your family. The waiter places the bread basket on the table in front of your son. He grabs a roll, slathers it with butter and stuffs half the roll in his mouth as he exclaims, "Finally! I'm starving!" He laughs at the joke his brother … [Read more...]

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