Going Back to School
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Seeking Career
Asked by V.G. from Los Angeles
on July 8, 2008
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I got pregnant at 16 with my daughter and finished up my high school and graduated with my class also attended some college then I had my son at 18 and I went back to ...
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- As I recall 45 wpm was a minimum for typing positions, but the real question is what are your interests? When trying to start a career it is a good idea to inventory w...
- Hi V., I commend you for being such a young mom who is very involved in the kids' lives. My sister had a daughter at age 18 and a son at age 19 and she was single. I...
- V., You have so much to look forward to right now! Congrats on your new phase in life. I do think that direct sales has so much to offer - especially for a busy wom...
Process of Giving up Parental Rights
Asked by J.C. from Austin
on September 8, 2008
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Hi fellow moms!
My daughter has been raised by my husband (who is not her biological father) and me since she was born. Her real father pays child support whenever...
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- Hi J.! I too am in a similar situation. My oldest is 7 and he has been raised by my current husband since he was 3. I have not heard from his biological father ...
- It is never necessary to contact a lawyer; however, I would absolutely get a lawyer for a parental termination. I would suggest Lauren Matthews here in Austin. She is ...
- Hmmm, it wouldn't surprise me if he argues for the back child support to be forgiven as a condition for relinquishing his parental rights. Thought I'd mention it,...
Busy Moms and Tiime Management
Asked by J.B. from Dallas
on March 27, 2010
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I am a wahm.... I am thinking about going back to school but I still haven't mastered time management for what I'm currently doing. I think it would be good to go ba...
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- All I have time to add is this: EVERYTHING takes longer than people think it should or predict that it will. If you're already having trouble staying on top of what yo...
- Have you ever heard of Fly Lady? Great tips for zoooooming through housework and good organizational tips!
- Fly lady is great! Check it out online!
Looking for Scholarship or Grants for Graduate School
Asked by A.P. from New York
on December 4, 2011
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Hi moms, My name is A. a mom to my almost 3 year old Jake. I'm reaching out to you because I'm finally going back to school to earn my M.A. in counseling at SHU. The t...
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- The only programs I know of are military. Very likely not what you are looking for but if you really need it... Well, it M. be worth it...
- For starters, go to the Financial Aid office at the school. Then consider some Graduate internships. I've never heard of scholarships for mother's only. Most ar...
- In graduate school I worked teaching an undergraduate lab class some semesters and other semesters doing lab research for a professor (not my advisor who did not have ...
Seeking BOXES in Buffalo Grove/Arlington Hgts/Patatine Area
Asked by M.H. from Chicago
on August 19, 2006
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I am moving sooner than expected and need boxes immediately. If you have extra boxes or know where I could get some, I would greatly appreciate it. I can not afford to...
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- Hi M.- I have been in the moving and storage industry for over 10 years. My Dad is a packer. He has boxes but they are new and yeah boxes aren't cheap. I know gro...
- Hi M.- If you still need boxes, I have some left over from our move to Wheeling. They are yours if you'd like to stop by and get them. D.
- We moved recently and we found the Jewel or Dominick egg boxes were the best. They have handles, but be careful to not break out the bottom if it is too heavy. They ...
Bad Parent??
Asked by T.P. from Huntington
on September 14, 2010
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I am buying my 15 year old her 1st american girl doll in fact we ordered it from online and she is very excited! (had to save up for that doll) well she has browsed th...
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- She is 15 and by now should know the value of a dollar. YOU had to save up for the doll (SERIOUSLY?!! $100?? for a DOLL??!!), so SHE should save up for any accessories...
- My kids are 4 and 7. We, as parents explain money to our kids. They know, we simply can't afford some things. Its fine. We dont' suffer... but simply cannot buy an...
- Your job as a mother isn't to buy your children nice things. Your job is to raise your children to know that they are loved and teach them to be healthy, well adjusted...
How Do Decide....??
Asked by S.M. from Kansas City
on August 20, 2011
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I have a dilemma... I've tried to go back to school for various things. I took some classes, sold life insurance and real estate and took some related classes there....
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- I feel you. I can't stand school unless I am being completely mentally stimulated, if that makes sense. Classes that aren't teaching me anything make me anxious and...
- Um, the $5,000 comes off your taxable wages you don't actually get $5,000. You actually get whatever your marginal tax rate is of $5,000 so if you are taxed at 10% yo...
- Instead of just doing credit classes, do a vocational degree, that will lead to a job, such as nursing, physiotherapy, teaching. So that it has an end point, and you a...
Working Mom Considering Quitting
Asked by V.M. from Las Vegas
on July 28, 2010
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I am looking for thoughts from moms who have made the transition from full time work to stay at home mom. What financially were you willing to give up in order to stay...
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- When I had my baby (at 39) I had worked FT at a well paying job since college. I planned on staying at work FT, and I did return to work FT after my ML and FMLA. The...
- V., I hear what you are saying. My husband and I made some BIG changes in our lives to be PARENTS and not just providers. When I got pregnant with my first child, we w...
- I wish all women who desire to be stay at home moms could be. But, in this economy, you're almost crazy to give up a good job. First of all, if you do it voluntari...
Being the Youngest in the Grade
Asked by S.L. from New York
on September 4, 2010
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both my older children were the youngest in their grade levels. My daughter was an excellent student but complained throughout her life about being the youngest. My ...
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- My sister was the youngest in her class and when she was ready for college she just turned 17. She was always a smart girl, a little introverted, not overly social. ...
- I think all educators and parents need to realize that each child is different; eventhough, they may have the same academic ability. Some children are better off skipp...
- Studies show that in the end, they all catch up and a few months makes no difference. I think it's better to get your kids into Kindergarten and into a structured lea...
Caregiver Needed This Fall (Mid/end of August)
Asked by J.P. from Chicago
on July 28, 2008
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Our caregiver is going back into the business world after two wonderful years. We have become friends and she will forever be in our lives. However, this leaves our ...
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- WINNIE is WONDERFUL if you can get her :)) Call me if you are interested... ###-###-####.
- If you were closer to me I would have loved to do this. I live in Downers Grove. I will however pass your info on if I hear of anybody out that way. I grew up and we...
- Hello J., My name is Edrene Smith. I have Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays available. I am retiring from Wright College after 20 years. While I have not updated my ...
