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Giving Up on the Teen Job Market?
The Juggle &bull 4 Hours Ago
I got my first paid job at age 15, and I am as big a believer as anyone in the value of paid employment. I havent asked my kids to do the same, however. While both have been busy every summer, doing unpaid internships or volunteer work, neither held a paid job until… Full Story »
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One in Four Americans Too Tired for Sex!
MomLogic &bull Yesterday
A new study by the National Sleep Foundation found that roughly one in every four Americans married or living with someone are too tired to have sex. No big surprise to most moms!... Full Story »
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Engagement Party Themes
Suite 101: Partners and Parents Articles &bull Yesterday
Engagement parties are not a new concept, but they are gaining in popularity thanks to a new trend in engagement party themes. In days past, an engagement party was a formal presentation and announcement of a newly betrothed couple at which… Full Story »
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Lerner Moves into YA Market with Carolrhoda Lab
Publishers Weekly--Children's Book News &bull Yesterday
Lerner Publishing Group announced this morning that the Minneapolis-based children's book publisher will launch Carolrhoda Lab, a new line of fiction for YA readers. There will be a total of four titles released during Carolrhoda Lab's debut season this fall,… Full Story »
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Consider the Refrigerator
The Juggle &bull Yesterday
In the comments to yesterday's post, one of the many interesting topics that came up was making time to clean the house. Although in the past a few readers have said that they let the little messes slide in order… Full Story »
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What I Won't Tell You
GoodHousekeeping.com Family and Kids RSS Feed &bull YesterdayNot the part about me going against my "no man is gonna tell me what to do I AM AN ARTIST DAMNIT" nature and adhering to lists, budgets and time schedules for my hubby's "I'm not telling you what to… Full Story »
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This Sesame Street Licensing Project Is Brought To You By American Apparel
Daddy Types &bull Yesterday
I thought the whole point of Sesame Workshop licensing their IP to American Apparel was to put hipsterish old school characters and artwork into the mix. There are a couple of classic designs, but the best babies get is a… Full Story »
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That decrepit old hag
Dooce &bull Mar 8, 2010
This is quickly and steadily becoming A List of My Ailments Blog, and I'm just waiting for the email or comment that is all, UGH! You just had to go and get OLD on us. I liked you so much more when your bones weren't brittle! The things I have… Full Story »
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Forgetful Overwhelmed Moms in Prime-Time.
Mommy Trackd &bull Mar 8, 2010
I spent several hours this past week sitting in front of my computer, a big calendar at my side, trying to get myself better organized, or should I say, trying to get my family better organized. I'm my family's unofficial,… Full Story »
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Readiness for Marriage
Suite 101: Partners and Parents Articles &bull Mar 8, 2010
Marriage is a huge commitment, meant to bind two peoples lives forever. For such a big decision, some people take the commitment lightly, increasing the risk of unhappiness and divorce later on. So how can anyone know whether marriage is… Full Story »
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'Benny and Penny' Tops 2010 Geisel Awards List of Best Books for Beginners
Reading Rockets &bull Mar 8, 2010
Reading Rockets offers a wealth of reading strategies, lessons, and activities designed to help young children learn how to read and read better. Our reading resources assist parents, teachers, and other educators in helping struggling readers build fluency, vocabulary, and… Full Story »
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Tropical Lassi
Weelicious &bull Mar 8, 2010We're big on making smoothies in our house. Frankly, I don't know many kids that object to tossing foods in a blender and then getting to press the "on" button to pulverize them. As I've said time and again, if… Full Story »
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On to Bologna!
Publishers Weekly--Children's Book News &bull Mar 8, 2010
As children's publishers from the world over convene in Italy later this month (March 23-26), a number of issues hang in the balance. How will the economy shape this year's fair? Is the age of the big YA fantasy trilogy finally over? Will picture books make a resurgence? What of the co-edition market? The digital revolution? We asked a sampling of Bologna veterans for their take on what to expect at this year's fair, and what they're looking for. Last year's fair was a solid, focused affair. The people who needed to be there were there, but with everybody cutting… Full Story »
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Saving Money at the Movies
Suite 101: Partners and Parents Articles &bull Mar 7, 2010
Family entertainment budget can be stretched by cutting costs at the movie theatre. Financially smart ideas to save money while watching a new release movie. Check out all local movie theatres in your neighbourhood for the current admission price. Check the price online or call the local theatres. Some… Full Story »
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Get Ready For the Oscars With a Look Back!
lilSugar &bull Mar 7, 2010
Before the stars hit the red carpet, take a look back at the exciting events from years past as well as what this year's nominees have been up to so far this award season. A Look Back at Iconic Oscar… Full Story »
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Alice in Wonderland DVD Giveaway
jeanne26 &bull Mar 5, 2010
So I was especially excited to hear the TV mini-series of Alice that originally ran on NBC back in the late nineties was being re-released on DVD to give us another option. Full Story »
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Pretty Step Stool, Part Deux
Apartment Therapy ohdeedoh &bull Mar 5, 2010
Check out this step stool makeover featured over at Prudent Baby. We're loving the faux bois paper (from the Martha Stewart line at Michaels). The little deer is cut from white paper and Mod Podged over the faux bois paper.… Full Story »
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Ear Piercing
Design Mom &bull Mar 5, 2010
Is it possible? Maude Blair is 11 years old. She invited two friends to come along, plus her sister Olive (of course) and the five of us spent some quality time at the mall yesterday. Maude was very brave during… Full Story »
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7 Tips for Saving Money Shopping Online
CafeMom Home&Garden Buzz &bull Mar 5, 2010
Looking to save money when you're shopping online? I love this. Any excuse to do more shopping online... Always search online for a coupon or promotional code before checking out. Getting a coupon or promo code only takes a few… Full Story »
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10 Jobs Where You Shouldn't Bring Your Kids to Work
CafeMom Bif Kid Buzz &bull Mar 5, 2010
Now the controller and his supervisor could face losing their jobs. There are simply some jobs where you cannot bring your child to work. Here's a list of some other work scenarios where it's probably better if kids are kept… Full Story »
