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Now That Christmas Is over....what Was Your Most Touching Gift?
Asked by C.O. from Washington DC
on December 26, 2011
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Now that the stress of Christmas is over - did you get what you wanted, needed or what?!
My husband bought me a small Coach heart-shaped key chain....like a locket ...
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- We just moved into a new house a week ago and our kids(28 and 34 yrs) bought us a neat step ladder knowing we cant reach the lights and ledges up high. Its perfect and...
- The gifts are already sort of fading in my mind. For me, one of the best moments was my husband, on Christmas Eve, in our bed, saying a heartfelt thank you to me for ...
- My parents will be giving me some gift cards in a couple days when we get together to exchange gifts. But as for yesterday, the only gift I got, which is wonderful, wa...
Book Suggestions for Kids
Asked by K.P. from Atlanta
on July 18, 2008
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I'm looking for suggestions of great books for boys ages 5, 6, 8, 9...(we have an 18 y.o. as well who finds what he needs on his own at the library...) Thanks so much...
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- Hi K.! Great question! I homeschooled my son for 5 years and we were both extremely thrilled with the reading books suggested in the Sonlight curriculum. Go to the...
- I always loved "Homer Price" books and the book "Caddie Woodlawn" (like Laura Ingalls Wilder) "The Rescuers" and "Miss Bianca" were fun, too. These would be for the sl...
- Hey K., I used to teach first, second, and third graders and the boys used to love the Magic Tree House series. The children in these books go on diffe...
Cheapest Insurance Coverage for Adding a Teenage Boy?
Asked by B.B. from Dallas
on January 5, 2010
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I just got a quote from our current insurer, Liberty Mutual, and even with the Driver's Ed course discount and the Good Student discount, it's nearly doubling our prem...
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- We have GEICO, no one even came close tho their pricing (but we don't have any teenage drivers either). Good luck!
- Same with us. We are with Progressive (it was the cheapest for my husband and myself). We pay $900 every 6 months for the two of us. One car comprehensive and one liab...
- I have a 15 yr old girl and we are with Farmers. I was told ours will skyrocket as well. You do not "have" to insure your child unless they have a license. They fa...
I Am Being Smothered by My Father!!!
Asked by B.C. from Salt Lake City
on October 30, 2009
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HELP!!!!!I am being smothered by my father and my grandmother. So here is the problem... They think that the lives of me, my husband and my son should revolve around t...
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- It can be difficult at frst when he flips out but you will be SO happy!!! Do it for yourselves!!! We did it 6 years ago (told them we were doing what is best for our...
- Just say "no." Their response is their choice and their problem, not yours.
- I know how you feel, but for me, its my husband's family. Down fall is, it don't bother him. The best thing you can do is sit down and tell them the truth. Also tel...
If I Have to Watch That Again My Head Will Implode!
Asked by S.B. from Dallas
on August 11, 2011
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Once upon a time, I would have considered myself a bit of a Star Wars nerd. Nothing over the top, but I was a fan. Then my hubby started watching the movies with my ...
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- Last month, my son watched IRON GIANT (cartoon movie about a robot) probably 5 times a week. This month, they have new Clifford DVDs at the library, so we are watching...
- Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.....and Cagilfagilistexpialadocious..(sp) music from those videos I am gonna scream....Most recently the backyardigans and the wonder pets....T...
- When my now 15 yr old was a toddler / preschooler she was obsessed with this one Barney movie. It was cute (the kid - NOT the dinosaur) but after about 20 viewing I w...
I Need Some Ideas
Asked by J.W. from Detroit
on October 17, 2006
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My son turned one on October 8th and because my husband I were moving that weekend into our new home, we weren't able to plan his party for that day. So I am having hi...
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- J., I had a similar style party for my son when he turned one (it too was delayed becuase we both got sick). I set up munchie food, a few salads and rolled sandwhi...
- If you want something for the older kids to do try a holloween party style. Have them make some drawings do pumkins bob for apples that kinda stuff. As for your son ta...
- Hi Jamie With Halloween so close to the party, why not have some Halloween type things going for the older kids.....a pumpkin shaped pinata that they can beat up, m...
She Is Expecting Her 20Th Child?
Asked by L.A. from Austin
on November 8, 2011
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I know that some people believe that GOD gives them babies, But at what point do we or should we say, this is enough?
If a mom has had tough pregnancies or births, d...
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- Enough is enough? And "we"? Never. I think EACH MOM has the right to make that choice for herself, and it's no one else's business. Myself, I can answer from per...
- I worry about Michele if that is who we are talking about. However, that is their decision. I do admire the family. Look at these kids. They have learned how to ...
- After our second child, we almost lost my hubby to a really bad MRSA infection post surgical that got into his spine and blood. It was a long 2 year ordeal, and thank ...
How to Help My Sister Grieve
Asked by C.W. from Redding
on January 23, 2012
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Our mom died from lung cancer 1 yr ago yesterday. My sis and I are 27 and 30. My dad and I are moving on "ok" but my sister seems to be struggeling still, way more tha...
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- I'm not sure you can do anything except be there for her to listen when she wants to talk. Some people will get down right angry if you keep pushing. It's great you ...
- I am sorry about your mom. My MIL passed away from lung cancer almost 2 years ago (in May) I was as close to her as my own mother and my husband was very close. Unfo...
- I am so sorry about your loss of your Mom. You are a good sister to try to help. Contact your local Hospice to get referrals to grief support or grief workshops. If...
Kids Games at an Adult Birthday Party
Asked by S.D. from Saginaw
on June 18, 2008
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My fiance will be 40 this week. We are having a big party for him, about 35 - 40 people. Our children, ages 1, 5, 13, & 16, will be there as well as a few others ran...
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- I think the Pinata will be great too! The trick to it is 2 strings, so you can really get it going. My brother had one at his graduation party and there were alot of...
- When I got married we had a lot of kids at the reception so we went to the dollar store and bought crayons and coloring books and made little gift bags for the kids. W...
- Hi You can play a game called Fruit Basket Upset. One variation we did was: The person who is "it" stands in the center of the circle, with all other players sitting ...
Need Advice on How to Get My 2 Yr Old to Poop on the Potty
Asked by V.J. from Orlando
on November 4, 2008
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My son is going to be 3 in a couple months and still will not go poop in the potty. He is potty trained otherwise. I have tried rewards, words of encouragement, read...
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- I don't have any great advice other than keep trying and being encouraging. My 2 year old won't go poop either, but he also always pees in the toilet. My previous 2 ch...
- My daughter was the same way. You can't force it on them, he will do it on his own. I just kept reminding her that big girls don't go potty in their pants, only babie...
- V., I don't have any advice but I do offer consolation. I had four daughters and am now raising 3 of my 11 Grans. When my daughter #3 was small and 'potty training'...
