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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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Top Holiday Books For Children

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Following are my top Holiday books for children, based on my experience. This is one of the best times of the year to get your kids hooked on reading. There are so many wonderful books centered around the holidays. Many of these stories…
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Tips to Travel With Kids

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Traveling with kids is an adventures. Here are my tips to travel with them. In America, there are two classes of travel: First class, and with children. —Robert Benchley "When you have a baby, your family should be obligated to…
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Using Your Credit Card To Build Your Credit

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Credit cards can be used to build your credit, as long a you use them responsibly. Using credit cards for your gift shopping is almost a holiday tradition in itself. Unfortunately, many people not only underestimate how much they spend…
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Latina Celebs Who Love to Give Back and How You Can Help

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Many Latina Celebs love to give back, especially during the holidays! I can promise you that women working together—linked, informed and educated—can bring peace and prosperity to this forsaken planet. —Isabel Allende The holiday…