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Motherwise - Minding is our business! Read and laugh about parenting in our news, wit and opinion feature stories. Chuckle with today's post or other "Motherwise Cracks" in my blog. TODAY'S QUOTE: “ October. This is one of the peculiarly dangerous months to speculate in stocks in. The others are July, January, September, April, November, May, March, June, December, August, and February.” ~ Mark Twain |
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By Mary FaganDid you think that you would ever let your kids get one over on you? No, of course not. So when my son told me he was “staying after” to work on a physics lab, a red flag went up. He has never stayed after for any sort of academic in his entire life, so what makes him think that would go unnoticed? Age – mine and his.
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Posted by MPF on Wednesday, March 18 @ 17:30:28 EDT (804 reads)
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Wisdom: The Value of A Science Fair Project
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With the jam-packed schedules of today's families, why would either a student or a parent want to add one more major activity? Clearly, any school project assigned to a student should meet a stringent test for usefulness. Surprising to some, a science fair project is one of the best learning experiences a student can undertake. And, if it is taken seriously, it can be an excellent way to earn significant prizes, qualify for scholarships, and distinguish a college application.
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Posted by MPF on Wednesday, March 18 @ 17:29:09 EDT (817 reads)
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Wisdom: Is Re-gifting Ethical?
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By Jeff KennedyMost of the people among us either receive or give at least one re-gift in our lifetime;. The question before us is whether the re-gifting should be avoided or should be carried out as usual.
Many times the original giver of the gift may feel badly once you re-gift the item to someone else. In the situation where the sentiments of the original giver are attached, you should re-think before re-giving the gift. You should consider the feelings of not only the person who gave you the gift, but your feelings as well. Its possible you may feel badly after you re-gift an item given to you by a close member of the family or friend. You may feel awkward in these situations where the sentiments of family members are attached and you should give re-gifting serious thought or avoid it altogether.
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Posted by MPF on Friday, January 02 @ 09:20:04 EST (1075 reads)
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Wit: The Part of "NO" You Need to Get
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Let's face it. "No" is a pretty simple word and yet we, as parents, find ourselves saying to our kids, "What part of 'no' don't you get?" in attempt to bring home our point with sarcasm. I will tell you just exactly what part they don't get - all of it.
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Posted by MPF on Friday, January 02 @ 09:17:13 EST (1404 reads)
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Wisdom: Bring Back Classic Games to Your Child's Birthday Party
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Remember your favorite birthday games of the past? What party didn�t play a few rounds of �musical chairs� or �pin the tail on the donkey?� My personal favorites were the �spoon race� and good old fashioned �treasure hunts.�
Lately, when I go with my children to birthday parties, games for the most part are not part of the program. If a child is having their party at home, it seems that you are more likely to find a bounce house or an entertainer. Birthday party themes and activities do tend to conform to what everyone else is doing. Maybe classic games are out of style?
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Posted by mpf on Tuesday, December 02 @ 20:23:39 EST (907 reads)
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While our options today are almost bottomless, we somehow manage to go back to flowers when we pick out the perfect gift. As a jeweler residing in the Philippines, I get requests every so often asking me to cast diamonds at the center of flower shaped earrings or make a gold bracelet look like a little lei. I honestly could not help but wonder why flowers work and has always been considered as perfect gifts. Is it their appearance? Could it be because of their aroma? Below are some of my guesses:
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Posted by mpf on Tuesday, December 02 @ 20:21:45 EST (1158 reads)
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News: Moms... Want to Look Great for Less?
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There was a time when only the rich and famous knew about natural mineral makeup and its fantastic ability to cover imperfections and make anyone glow. Minerals are easy to apply, provide a natural sunscreen and are better for all types of skin.
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Posted by mpf on Tuesday, December 02 @ 20:19:00 EST (1133 reads)
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News: Become a Touchdown Dad - Improve Parenting
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“In talking with fathers, one thing that became very clear was that they were in serious need of a book that would make it easy for them to improve their parenting style,” said author David Justus. “That’s what Become A Touchdown Dad was written to address.”
In today’s society, raising children is more challenging than ever. Parents are looking for ways to improve communication with their children, strengthen relationships and encourage positive behaviors. They do not, however, have the time to learn new systems or multipart strategies.
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Posted by MPF on Tuesday, November 18 @ 20:27:34 EST (968 reads)
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Wisdom: Bringing Family to the Dinner Table
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(NewsUSA) - Think that teens don't like family meals? Think again. A recent survey of 1,063 teens, conducted by The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University, found that 84 percent of teens prefer dinner with their families, while 13 percent prefer to eat dinner alone.
Nearly half of the teens who responded said that the dinner table is the best time to talk to their parents. Additionally, more than half of the teens who enjoy frequent family dinners say they receive anti-drug messages from their parents.
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Posted by MPF on Tuesday, November 18 @ 20:01:33 EST (1229 reads)
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When Medicine Needs More Than a Spoonfull of Sugar
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(NewsUSA) - At some point, every parent must administer medicine to their child. However, the process is often met by strong resistance. For parents with children battling cancer, administering lifesaving medications can become especially problematic.
"She [my child] hates the medication we have to give to her daily," wrote one mother on the National Children's Cancer Society's Web site, www.children-cancer.org. "She will not swallow the pills. Crushing them tastes awful and to give liquid is almost impossible."
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Posted by MPF on Tuesday, November 18 @ 19:59:43 EST (1150 reads)
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Are You Ready for Your New Puppy?
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(NewsUSA)Many families buy puppies during the holidays, only to become overwhelmed.
Bringing a dog home can be a 15-year commitment, not to mention a huge financial and emotional responsibility. Many families do not realize how much work raising a puppy entails. Sadly, many holiday puppies end up in shelters come January.
Animals can bring joy into their human's lives, but only if people are ready to keep a canine companion healthy and safe. Here are some tips for anyone considering getting a puppy for the holidays:
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Posted by MPF on Tuesday, October 21 @ 11:03:58 EDT (862 reads)
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Wisdom: How Could Everything Change So Dramatically?
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Ny Mike Fertel
I came across this quote today and wanted to share it with you. You may find that it relates to your marriage.
The difficultly with marriage is that we fall in love with a personality, but we must live with a character.
- Peter Devries
We can only appreciate the profundity of this statement if we understand what is meant by CHARACTER.
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Posted by MPF on Tuesday, October 21 @ 11:02:47 EDT (1239 reads)
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Wisdom: Online Tools to Help Find Colleges
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(NewsUSA) Thousands of high-quality colleges and universities exist across the country, so finding the right college can prove daunting. Some high school students hire consultants to match them with schools, but there's no need to hire a professional if teenagers do their homework.
Sallie Mae, the nation's leading saving-and-paying-for-college company, offers these tips to students and families as they begin the college selection process:
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Posted by MPF on Tuesday, September 30 @ 08:37:30 EDT (1396 reads)
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How to Deal With Teenage Acne
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By Donald McKenzie, Jr.
Acne is a highly complex condition that involves many parts of the body. It tends to show up as only eruptions on the face and else where on your skin. It is a signal that you have problems somewhere deep within your body. Acne can be caused by a dirty colon, poor food digestion, a weak liver and other conditions that will cause your blood to carry too much toxic materials.
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Posted by MPF on Tuesday, September 30 @ 08:35:24 EDT (1279 reads)
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Author Creates New Christmas Classic
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In 1985, Alastair Macdonald noticed that his children's sense of the holiday spirit centered around Santa Claus and stockings, not the true story of Christmas. But when Macdonald went shopping for more spiritual bedtime reading, he was disappointed to see that holiday classics, like "The Night Before Christmas" and "Rudolph," ignored the Christmas message.
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Posted by MPF on Sunday, September 14 @ 00:45:09 EDT (1385 reads)
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| Saturday, August 23 | | · | How Could Everything Change So Dramatically? |
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| Wednesday, August 13 | | · | Dealing With Childhood "Allergies" |
| Wednesday, August 06 | | · | Parents - Open the Door to Communication |
| · | How To Build Self Esteem the Right Way |
| Wednesday, July 30 | | · | Putting Your Budget on a Diet |
| · | Introducing Kids to Fossils |
| Thursday, July 24 | | · | The Farm Kitchen Sink |
| Friday, July 18 | | · | Three Cheers for Underdogs! |
| · | Fundraising MOOVES Beyond Bakesales |
| · | Thinking About Contacts for Your Teen? |
| Thursday, July 10 | | · | New Garfield DVD - Something To Stay Awake For |
| · | Watch Your Medicine Cabinet - Your Teens Might Be |
| Wednesday, July 02 | | · | 2008 Olympics - A Time to Remember |
| · | Child Nutrition and the Picky Eater |
| Saturday, June 28 | | · | Parenting After and Through a Divorce |
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