I was born in 1970. I have vivid memories and grainy photos of the birthday parties of my youth - backyard events with games and cake and once, even a party at local McDonald's. The idea was more...
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photo Gary Stocklaufer weighed 558 lbs. Works as a truck driver, married to Cindy and father to 8 year-old Robert and 4 year-old Max. That was until the judge decided to give Max to another couple for...
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I do believe in establishing a strong emotional bond with my children. I breastfed my oldest son and am currently breastfeeding my second son. I try to avoid prolonged separation with my kids, unless...
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Many have been telling me that I gave birth 4 months too early. No, my baby was not born premature. He was born at 39 weeks of gestation and he is fine. Why 4 months too early? See, I live......
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Deadlines or business trips that coincide with kindergarten plays or summer sports fests in school... sound familiar? At one point or another, working parents face the issue of conflicts in schedules...
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With a naughty look on his face, he sneaked behind his father who was sitting in front of the computer. He hugged him from behind. I was expecting giggles to follow suit but what followed was a...
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This week, I will be celebrating my 2nd mother's day. I am keeping my fingers crossed that my husband's understanding of how it should be is better this year. I was very disappointed with my...
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Not everyone in this world is color blind inasmuch as not everyone readily accepts the fact that someone could be gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender (GLBT). There is still a long way to go before...
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Many of us know about (or have even participated in) the Mommy Wars; that never-ending argument between Working Moms and Stay-at-Home Moms. In Germany, the societal perspective of describing mothers...
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My work involves a lot of travel. And it was a pretty challenging situation in the beginning as I struggled between work and being a mom. Thankfully, the company I work for do understand my situation...
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I'm beginning to wonder if perhaps the ideal stay at home working mom is simply a myth, or reserved for very organized and energetic women. When I first started my lighting consulting and supply...
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Sometimes, I get my moments of doubt. Am I really a good parent? Have I made the best decision? Would my sons grow up to be good persons? I do not know. All I know is that I am doing......
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Not everyone can afford (due to fianancial, social or mental reasons) to stay at home with the kids. I, for one, am one of those. And as much as I actually enjoy working, I still cannot completely...
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[photo source: DAS Ohio] April is national Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day. It gives children an opportunity to better understand the working world. Although my son is too young to understand...
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With his red face, he holds his breath and cries as if the world will soon end. Our (mine and my husband's) reactions vary, depending on where we are. Sometimes, we fight the urge to laugh. Other...
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I've seen parents at the end of their rope, as their kids seem to be deaf to their pleas to behave. On the other hand, I have witnessed how some kids seem ready to follow their parents'...
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For the past 3 years, my son had our undivided attention. He was everyone's darling. Not only was he our first born, he was also the very first grandchild for both sides of the family. In 4 1/2...
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[photo source: gay atlanta] One of the scenes which stuck to my mind when I watched the movie The Family Stone, was the reaction of Diane Keaton when Sarah Jessica Parker insensitively brought forth...
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[photo source: OVP] Spare the rod and spoil the child That's the simple translation of what is written on the bible: "He who spareth the rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him correcteth...
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Some moms are lucky enough to work in a company that supports work-life balance or, even better, those that allow telecommuting. In my humble opinion, to be able to work from home is the best thing...
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Whenever I look at my son, I see that he has my nose, eyes and ears but, for some weird reason, when you look at his whole face, he looks like his dad! The thing is, I am of Asian......
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by Ai Lian Lim, via Creative Reporter[photo source: Baby Blues] Have you had anyone try to convince you of your "mistake" in opting to be a Stay-At-Home-Parent? Do you end up feeling low...
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