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Whatever Happened To Playing Outside in the Neighborhood?
This is a guest post by Kathy Chlan - check her out at Unfiltered Mom. In today's society, we are so concerned with raising exceptional, intelligent children. But as I sit here thinking, I realize something. We are consumed with perfection, that we have forgotten that they are children. Holy sh#t! What if our parents…
Nextdoor: Social Media Exclusive to Your Neighborhood
We know how hard it is to raise a family AND maintain some sort of social life. EnterNextdoor-an online community and essentially, social media site created as an exclusive network for you and your neighbors (within your neighborhood) to exchange local information. Don’t let the words “social media” scare you. This is not a hyper-specific version of Facebook, but is rather designed for you and your family to connect with your neighbors to plan events and share important announcements.
5 Ways to Organize a Neighborhood Party
A neighborhood party is a great way to get to know the people who live around you. There are countless ways to bring people together, including the five discussed here. As with any party, be sure to send out invitations more than 3 weeks in advance. Requesting an RVSP from guests is essential so you can know how much food to prepare. And even if you know your neighbors well, it does not hurt to plan some ice-breaking activities. Let’s party!
How I Minimized Waste with Baby Clothes
The baby clothing industry generates enormous waste, and I was contributing to it. So, I developed a systematic approach to managing waste with baby clothes.
Teaching Kids About Earning Money: 1 Important Lesson from a Lemonade Stand Adventure
Introducing kids to the concept of earning money is an excellent way to foster a strong work ethic from a young age. Whether it’s through chores, entrepreneurial pursuits, or part-time jobs as they grow older, teaching children the value of hard work can have immense future benefits. And sometimes, even the simplest experiences like setting up a lemonade stand can spark big lessons. Let me share a fun story about how my two little girls, ages 2 and 4, had their first taste of entrepreneurship on a sunny Sunday afternoon.