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Christmas & The Single Mom

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Christmas can be a tough time for the single mom. The holidays can take a toll on any family with even a whiff of dysfunction (in other words, everyone). But as a single mom, this season has always been an unexpected minefield of situations…
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Create a Memorable Family Gift-Giving Ceremony

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How to create a memorable family gift-giving ceremony in Christmas? For many of us, the holiday season is about the joy of sharing with our loved ones, bonding with family, appreciating each other and the blessings we bring to each other's…
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Grandmothers, Grandchildren & Christmas!

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Grandmothers can affect the way our kids experience Christmas, and viceversa. Last December at school, my daughter sang Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer alongside Celebrate Kwanzaa and Chanukah, Oh Chanukah at her winter recital. One night…
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Teach Your Children The Meaning of Christmas

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What is the real meaning of Christmas, and how to teach it to your children? As a mother, you teach your children first and foremost by example. During this holiday season, you have the opportunity to show your family the three most meaningful…
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Divorce Dilemma: Choosing Between Mom and Dad

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A common divorce dilemma is when a child has to choose between Mom and Dad. Back when I was married to my son's father, I was able to play a role as a buffer between the two. If my son's father made a decision I didn't agree with regarding…
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How to Throw Your Own Posada

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Are you thinking of throwing your own Posada? You're not alone! December 16th marks the kick-off for Las Posadas, the nine days of festivities that lead up to Christmas in Mexico and other Latin American countries. But what exactly is a…
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Latin-Style Traditional Holiday Foods

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Latino holiday foods tend to involve the whole family, comprising feasts that start the night before with the marinating of meats and the preparation of sauces. (Or the rising of breads. Have you heard of the Venezuelan pan de jamón?) In…
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Holiday Recipes With a Latino Twist

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Latino-inspired holiday recipes are a hit with Hispanic families! Growing up, our holiday table would look just like a Roman bacchanal; a large display of cold cuts and salads, hot meats and entrees, garnishes to satisfy everyone, plenty…
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Latino Cookies for a Christmas Cookie Exchange Party

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Whether you've been invited to a Latino Christmas Cookie Exchange Party or you're at a loss as to what to give your neighbors or co-workers for Christmas or in need of a creative project to keep your kids occupied, we've got the perfect holiday…