The other day something happened, can't remember what, but I said, "Oh crap." "Mom," my 8-year old son said, "you're not supposed to say that." Well, it was better than what I really wanted to say. While attending a Christian boarding school, I knew that…
I am looking for a woman's shelter that could use a dining set. It is from the 1930's and has 6 chairs. Anyone know of a shelter in need?
Need help from you do-it-yourselfers. We have a laundryoom closet that needs some sort of cover. We did not reinstall the bi-fold doors becuase it would have required drilling holes in our new tiled floor. One option is a curtain rod. Have any other ideas?
How do you celebrate Mother's Day when you are a mom and your mom lives close by?
I am considering going back to work full time outside of the home. Our children are 12 (almost 13), 8 and 8. My husband works out of state on a 2-on and 2-off work schedule. Any advice? Childcare?
A friend asked me to post this question:What is the norm for tipping these days? A friend who works in the restaurant business says that 20% is now the norm. What do you tip your hairdresser, pizza delivery? How much do you pay your babysitter…
A friend asked me to post this question:Do parents structure their kids' days during the summer months, such as working with them on reading, math, writing, etc.?What are your ideas for planning your summer and fitting learning in?
The kids are off to school; think I’ll fix myself a nice breakfast with a pot of tea. I go to the sink, and start to clean up the dishes before I sit and relax. How about some music? I go to the bedroom to…
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