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Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.

Are Kids of Today Lacking Shared Experiences?

Are Kids of Today Lacking Shared Experiences?

We are becoming a culture of fewer and fewer shared experiences. The kids of today have unprecedented amounts of choices their parents never had but I wonder

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Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.

The Growing Older Double Standard

The Growing Older Double Standard

The Growing Older Double Standard – Men can basically do what they want as they get older with little repercussion or questioning from the world around them. Women? Not so much…. at least not without judgment.

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Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.

Little Children - Big Messes

Little Children – Big Messes

Little Children – Big Messes – What’s the biggest mess you’ve ever had to clean up after your kids? My top 3 biggest messes in parenting (so far)

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Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.

The Joys of Having Independent Children

The Joys of Having Independent Children

The Joys of Having Independent Children – Ahhh the sweet taste of freedom. Years ago my sister sat me down and said “You have no idea, it’s like getting

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Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.

Are Dads More Involved in Parenting Today? Should Dads Get Paternity Leave

Are Dads More Involved in Parenting Today?

Are Dads More Involved in Parenting Today? – I notice a lot more dads at their kids’ school socials and sporting events, far more than I can recall when

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Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.

New Year's Resolutions Advice

New Year’s Resolutions Advice

New Year’s Resolutions Ideas and Advice – New Year’s resolutions can be frustrating if you’re setting yourself up to fail. The best New Years resolutions should be more about doing something you want to do as opposed to quitting something you’re already doing.

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Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.

The Case for Smaller Birthday Parties for Kids

Smaller Birthday Parties for Kids

The case for the smaller birthday parties for kids and teens – Gone are my kids’ days of Chuck E Cheese-type birthday parties, I’m making a case for scaled-back

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Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.

When Does the Fun End for Kids?

When Does the Fun End for Kids?

When Does the Fun End for Kids? When the fun of being a kid slowly melts into more responsibility in school, less fun on the playground, and more

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Oakland County Moms full listing of summer events.

Will and Trust Planning is Easier Than You Think

Will and Trust Planning – Yes, I am forty-something and, until recently, had not done a Will and Trust yet. Yes, I realize it’s something you should do the

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