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The Art of Forgiveness
When little kids get into playground squabbles, it’s our natural instinct to cue one child to apologize and the other to show forgiveness. While this helps resolve tricky situations quickly so that...
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Living in the moment
Do you ever feel like you spend so much time taking pictures that you forget to actually enjoy the moment? I do. I love having a photo for every little thing. On a stressful day or during a lonely...
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LeapFrog Reading Month Campaign
To know me is to know that I love to read. For as long as I can remember, getting lost in a book has always been my perfect escape. I can remember hiding under the covers with a flashlight and...
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On being kind
My husband is one of the good ones. I could gush about him for hours and label absolutely everything that I love about him, but the thing that I love the most is that he’s kind. He knows when to...
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The big picture
We live in a culture of violence. You can sugarcoat all you want, but the truth is that violence prevails in this country. It starts with teasing. It escalates to bullying. And it ends with assault...
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Music for Newtown
When tragedy strikes, be it in the form of a natural disaster or a random act of violence, people come together. Prayers are sent. Money is donated. And relief workers work around the clock for...
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From Playdates to Backtalk…
It was a busy week around here as we prepare for Easter and head into a week of spring break. Which, if I’m being honest, is a week of leaving the house later than 8:10am…oh, how I love spring break....
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Baby Bullies or Lessons on Friendship?
It seems that talk of bullying is everywhere right now, and for good reason. The statistics are staggering, the lack of response is concerning, and kids simply don’t know where to turn to get help....
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Forgiveness
“The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong.” –Mahatma Ghandi Please stop by moonfrye when you get a chance. Forgiving isn’t always easy to do, but it’s so very...
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Kids Obsessed with Game Time
I’ve always been of the “balance is the key to happy kids” school of thought when it comes to technology. I want my kids to feel comfortable on my iPad and laptop – and they do. It comes in handy...
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Transitions
Transitions can be hard. Little things seem enormous when the babies that once slept peacefully on your shoulder grow and change right before your very eyes. And forget about the mom guilt. It...
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Parents need help too…
Whenever tragedy strikes, the articles and information on how to help little ones cope with the events pop up within minutes. Experts from around the world weigh in on the best way to talk to your...
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One Simple Wish
“You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one. I hope someday you’ll join us. And the world will live as one.” -John Lennon Adults have dreams. Adults want to change the world, carve out...
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Share the Light
“There is more good than bad in this world, More light than darkness, And YOU can make more light.” – Peter H. Reynolds We need more light in this world. Please stop by moonfrye and Make More...
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Leaning Together on The Huffington Post
Do you have a friend, who also happens to share your passion, who supports you in pretty much everything you do? I don’t mean agrees with everything you say…I mean really, truly supports your dreams...
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Practical Dads: Do We See What Others See…
I’ve had a number of moms stop by my little corner of blogosphere in the past. They’ve shared their tips, their thoughts on parenting, their triumphs, and their struggles. One thing that I truly...
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The Power of Words
Words can be powerful. Words can make or break a day. And words are not easily forgotten. Please stop by moonfrye to read more about words of love.
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Creating a Calming Bedtime Routine
In a perfect world, bedtime always goes according to plan. The kids breeze through their routines without much redirection, the clothes for the next morning are chosen with care, and the calming...
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Embracing Differences
If there’s one thing that drives me just a little bit nuts, it’s when I hear people say, “We just have to accept people for their differences.” Acceptance isn’t necessarily a good thing. Acceptance...
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For Your Favorite Chef: Frigidaire for Target
I have a love/hate relationship with toaster ovens. As much as I realize that probably sounds strange (I mean who really has a relationship with a toaster oven, anyway?), it’s true. I love the idea of...
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