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11/29/2012
Ten Qualities of a Real Man 1. He has a good sense of right and wrong.
2. He supports his family financially.... More >>

Tags: Adult Child-ParentBehaviorFamily/Relationships - Adult Child/ParentFamily/Relationships - FamilyFinancesMarriageMorals/Ethics/ValuesParentingRaising Boys to MenReal menRelationshipsRelativesRespectRole modelValues
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11/29/2012
Single-Income Families Are Still Possible Many women try to justify not staying at home with their kids, but being a mommy is not something you should hire out. Why? More >>

Tags: BudgetCouponsFinancesHomeschoolMarriageMoneyStay-at-Home MomStay-at-Home Moms
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11/28/2012
Post-Baby Intimacy I have been happily married for over 25 years now to my best friend and we did struggle with intimacy after both our children. I will admit it was mostly me. More >>

Tags: Date nightDatingFinancesIntimacyRelationshipsSAHM stay at home momsSexSex after children
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11/26/2012
Nightmarish Dream Weddings The economy is really bad, and it's not going to get better anytime soon. Because finances are such an issue, practicality is especially important these days. However, a lot of people still have delusions of grandeur about certain things like weddings. More >>

Tags: Adult Child-ParentCommitmentDatingFamily/Relationships - Adult Child/ParentFamily/Relationships - FamilyFinancesFriendshipsMarriageRelativesWedding
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11/20/2012
Adult Child Living at Home The worst part about having an adult child living at home is that he brings his childhood patterns with him or instantly falls back into them. You are never just a gracious couple sharing your home while he gets financially solvent... More >>

Tags: Adult Child-ParentBudgetEconomyFamily/Relationships - Adult Child/ParentFinancesPersonal Responsibility
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11/20/2012
They Get Stronger Living on Their Own The worst thing in my case was loss of time and privacy, which I'd willingly given up throughout their childhood. I desperately want my husband and me to be able to live just as a couple again! More >>

Tags: Adult Child-ParentBudgetEconomyFamily/Relationships - Adult Child/ParentFinancesPersonal Responsibility
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11/19/2012
Staying Joyful Dr. Laura asked, "What's your secret for remaining joyful even in the midst of tough times?" Here are a few of your responses... More >>

Tags: AttitudeBudgetEconomyFinancesHealthJoyNew Attitude
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11/16/2012
How to Feel Joy When... Lately I have felt like a lump of coal pushed in from all sides, so much so, I've said, "I'm 'pooping' diamonds." More >>

Tags: AttitudeBudgetChristmasEconomyFinancesHolidaysJoyNew Attitude
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11/05/2012
Considering Family when Choosing Career I absolutely had the forethought to know I wanted to be a stay-at-home mother when I was in college, but I also was an academic. I think my ultimate career choice ended up making my children's lives so much better, and I am grateful. More >>

Tags: CareerDivorceFinancesJobMarriageParentingSAHM stay-at-home mom
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10/31/2012
Video:  Our 18-Year-Old Received a D.U.I. Denise's son was ticketed for driving under the influence. He is on probation, gets drug-tested and must perform community service. She pays his rent. At what point should Denise tell him he's on his own? More >>

Tags: BudgetFamily/Relationships - TeensFinancesMilitaryPersonal ResponsibilityPink slip on lifeTeens
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