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6 Tips to Burglar-Proof Your Home

February 28, 2013
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Regardless of where your home is located, there is always a chance that it might get burglarized. If any of your family members are home at the time of the burglary, it is possible that it may even turn into a violent crime. Therefore, it is not just about protecting your property and private possessions. [...]

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Growing “Up” with Urban Gardens

August 27, 2012
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One of the most cost effective ways of sustaining ourselves is by raising our own crops. Unfortunately, many of us are urbanites, which means we lack the necessary land to provide 100 percent of our fruits, grains, and vegetables. However, this shouldn’t stop us from growing what we can in the spaces we have. Here [...]

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A Measure of Success with Jenny Isenman

May 21, 2012
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This is A Measure of Success with Jenny Isenman.  Jenny is a humorist, writer, Generation X expert, wife, and mother.  She writes for The Huffington Post and iVillage, but is better known for her charming and hilarious personal blog, Jenny from the Blog at TheSuburbanJungle.com.    As a blogger, Jenny manages to maintain a sharp sense [...]

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Tips For Keeping Kids Busy This Summer:Weekly Roundup

May 18, 2012
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The weather is warming up and your kids are going to be out of school before you know it. While summer does mean that you don’t have to be as strict about bedtime and homeowner, it can be a chore to keep your kids entertained all day long. You might not have the budget to [...]

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Is it Healthier to Pack a School Lunch for Your Kids?

May 17, 2012
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When it’s time for your kids to head to school, you may be wondering if is it healthier to pack a lunch for them instead of purchasing school lunch. While the decision process is different for every parent, there are many advantages to packing a lunch for your child. While school lunch has gotten healthier [...]

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5 Ways to Become a Happier Mom

May 16, 2012
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Though children bring more peace and joy than we ever imagined, sometimes the day-to-day routine can feel anything but that. It’s generally more along the lines of “a whirlwind”, “nerve wracking”, and “utterly exhausting”. Mothering children (especially ones younger than three years old) is the most amazing thing you’ll do in life – but has [...]

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5 Tell-tale Signs You’re a Helicopter Parent

May 15, 2012
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“Helicopter Parenting” has become such a common phrase in today’s society, but what does it really mean? And how do you know if you’re one of them? A helicopter parent generally hovers over their child at every moment, and swoops in at the first sign of danger. They shelter their children from their own lives [...]

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What to Do When you Disagree about Discipline

May 9, 2012
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Experts tell us we should have a united front when disciplining our children, but that’s not quite as easy as it sounds. Too often a fight between children ends up turning into a fight between parents. Although an all-out shouting match will not teach children the lessons you’re preaching, it’s actually beneficial for them to [...]

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10 Things Every Kid Should Experience

May 7, 2012
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When you look back on your childhood, only some of your youthful experiences have likely stood the test of time. You probably don’t remember every meal, every weekend trip, or every sunburn, but some moments remain etched in your memory. Some experiences leave a deeper impression than others. Phillips and Company recently tried to determine [...]

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Health Benefits of Spicy Food

May 2, 2012
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Do you love the hot stuff? Do you crave that fiery feeling in your throat? If these thoughts make you crave food from your favorite Mexican restaurant, there’s great news for you. Spicy food has some incredible health benefits. So now there are even more reasons (besides tasting great) for you to eat your favorite [...]

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