Keeping to a Budget: Puppets
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Panicing About Christmas Time Already.
Asked by T.B. from San Francisco
on October 20, 2009
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I'm trying to think of presents for my 3 year old son. I'm glad he's not at an age of Wei's or Guitar Hero's just yet. My husband has been unemployed for about 6 mon...
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- Girl, I have soooooo been there and mine are 16 and 20. First, keep in mind that now is the time to start stressing the true meaning of Christmas to your son. Whethe...
- I just wanted to add that I recently found that Ross has a toy section- and the toys are pretty cheap. My friends two sons love Spiderman, and I found some Spiderman ...
- Sacred Heart is located on Alma Avenue/South First Street. I do not know thier phone number. You can phone them as they do alot for children at Christmas. They also ...
1St Birthday Party, Small or Big?
Asked by K.V. from Phoenix
on September 15, 2009
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I need some opinions since I'm divided between make a big party for my baby's 1st birthday or make just something small and simple.
I do want something BIG with tons ...
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- I have 2 kids and for both we had a bbq at our house and invited close friends, family and neighbors. We served picnic food (burger, dogs, potato salad, etc) and had a...
- It depends on whether the party is for you or for her. In my opinion, kids only enjoy what they are able to enjoy - and usually big crowds are hard on them when they ...
- I guess it depends on a lot of things. For my first son we had a huge event with all our friends and family. For our second, we lived too far from our family although ...
Need Ideas for 3 Yr Old Girl B-day Party on a Tight Budget
Asked by L.I. from Dallas
on January 4, 2008
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My daughter is turning 3 on Jan 26. This will really be her first real birthday party with friends - she missed her birthday party last year because she was in the hos...
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- I had a princess tea party for my daughter's 3rd birthday. She just invited 2 little friends. There is a store in Plano-- is it USA Toy Company? It is near Parker ...
- finger painting pin the tail on the donkey musical chairs make puppets out of mittens or gloves dress up with boas & mommy shoes hope these help... D. G.
- I have had almost all of my children's birthday parties at home and their friends always say it is the best party they've been to- it just takes a little creativity! ...
How to Make Christmas Gifts on a Tight Budget
Asked by V.D. from Salt Lake City
on November 12, 2010
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This year is going to be tough doing chrismas presents. With my husband going to school we don't have extra money to spend this year on Christmas presents. Our famil...
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- When I was a kid we made ornaments from flour, water, and elmer's glue and painted them. I don't have my Mom's recipe at the moment, but found some similar recipes on...
- Those knot tied blankets are great for anyone (the fleece ones that you just cut and knot together) and as for your girls, maybe instead of making things for them, you...
- If the three year old is starting to play kitchen at all, you could make felt food. I have seen some with light stuffing and it looks fairly easy and would not require...
Not Happy with Preschool Teacher
Asked by J.C. from Columbus
on May 3, 2012
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So my son is a peer leader in an intergrated class; one half special needs, one half 'typical'. It's nearing the end of the school year and I'm finding myself more and...
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- J., I would definitely say something directly to the teacher regarding being late for opening doors and early letting them out. To me, this is unacceptable. Parents ...
- I would definitely schedule a meeting with the director of the program. It sounds as though your child's teacher is either doing the "bare minimum" or not meeting the...
- Looks like someone won't be getting a great appreciation gift, if any, at the end of the year. My advice to you is to save your disappointment for any shortcomings ...
What Ways Have You Found to Be Thrifty and Have Fun
Asked by B.C. from Joplin
on July 27, 2011
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So part of me has been a little sad that this summer has taken such a beating on our budget. We had a move to contend with shortly before school ended. We moved to a m...
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- Camping - inexpensive and memorable! Zoo or Children's Museum - both fairly cheap Sprinklers Squirt Gun Wars! Farmer's Markets Dress up days - even pare...
- My friends tease me all the time about how frugal we can be in this house. :) I am okay with that. Let's see...I save old bread that we won't eat in the freezer. Whe...
- * Arts and Crafts projects using recycled materials (google some) * Playing grocery store using pantry items * We like to make different flavors of popcorn and have ...
I Wouldl Ove to Stay Home with My First Baby!!!
Asked by J.N. from Fort Wayne
on February 19, 2008
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I've received so much help from all of you that I am couting on you again!!! I am expecting my first baby and I would love to stay home with him or her! I am currently...
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- J., I got my certificate in Medical Transcription in December 2005. I attended Sinclair Community College in Dayton, Ohio. It took me over 2 years to get the certific...
- The absolute best work at home solution - Check out www.MomIsHappy.com - it will be well worth your time and could change your life
- Hi J., Congrats to you on your 1st baby!! It is such an exciting time... I am a SAHM of 3 kids. I needed a business at home so I could have that balance of family and ...
How to Deal - Dont Get Me Wrong I Love Him to Death.
Asked by T.M. from Atlanta
on January 3, 2011
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This Is a very complicated situation. I'm 21, married, 8 months pregnant, and still living with my Dad. I have a 2 year old daughter and stay at home all day everyday....
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- It sounds like you're tired. With a 2 year old, 8 months pregnant, and in a unfavorable temporary living situation, this shouldn't be surprising. I suggest that you ma...
- Heed he sage advice from all the other post. Girl, get out. Quickly. Your dad is holding you all back. You have enough to deal with, without having him making exces...
- I'm still trying to figure out why your dad is having you pay HIS bills and your bills. If he's allowing you to stay there to "help" your small family, how does he exp...
Free and Cheap Entertainment for My 1 1/2 Year Old.
Asked by B. from Minneapolis
on January 19, 2006
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I'm a single mom on a TIGHT budget but want to take my son out to do stuff. Know any places that are low-cost or free that are age appropriate? We're just west of Mi...
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- Have you been to Edinborough Park in Edina? It's located east of France and just north of 494. It is an indoor park with a gym area for riding toys and ball play, an...
- Hey B., I'm also a single parent on a tight budget, so I can relate. Here are a few ideas * Children's Museum offers free memberships to low-income families *...
- B., I would look into story time at the library. For sure the Ridgedale library offers weekend ones for working parents. Also the Children's museum offers free days ...
Ideas for Princess-themed Birthday Party
Asked by A.C. from Salt Lake City
on March 23, 2011
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My daughter is turning 6 next month and wants to have a Princess-themed party. She wants to invite about 8 girls over. We are stumped on ideas for the party. All we ha...
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- We just did a princess party for our daughter's 5th birthday in January. I combined some ideas I found on the internet and created a "royal" invitation. I used royal w...
- we had everyone come in princess dress. decorations- none - I had the girls meet us at McDonalds playland. I brought in my own cake and bought everyone ice cream ...
- Check your local walmart craft section. We found foam kit to make princess wands. If I remember correctly the kit was $5 for 20 or so wands. Make cupcakes that each...
