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How to Spot a Player When Dating

If you’re looking for a long-term, meaningful relationship, don’t date a player. Players offer short-lived thrills with no substance. They come on strong, get what they want and leave with little notice. Players view dating as some kind of sport, where the goal is to woo as many people as possible. Most players share some of the same characteristics and can be weeded out of your dating pool if you pay attention to a few telltale red flags.

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ModernMom’s Best Games of 2025 Holiday Roundup

Ready, set, play games! We have rounded up the best games of 2025!

Nothing creates memories quite like sitting around a table and playing a game together with your family and friends, especially during the holidays. 

With so many options out there, we’ve reviewed tons of games throughout the year and have compiled our absolute favorites for you to gift and play this holiday season. These games were selected for their playability, durability, and in some cases their educational components, making for playful game play that lasts well beyond the holiday season. 

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Recommended Games for Wii

The Nintendo Wii, the gaming system that gets you and your kids off the couch to play, supports games for nearly every interest and skill level. When choosing the next game for your Wii, look for one offering both family-friendly fun and the potential to entertain adults after the kids go to bed.

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Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide

The holidays are here, and so is the joy (and sometimes the stress!) of finding the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. At Modern Mom, we’ve curated the Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide to make your shopping easier and more fun.

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Autism and Another Fund Raising Event

I like to keep active on the fund raising front. I try to volunteer two or three times a year. One event I volunteer for every year is The Ed Asner Poker Tournament. Ed Asner is a huge supporter of the autism community. Additionally, he just began a non-profit called The Ed Asner Family Center.…