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What’s Your Favorite Awkward Family Photo?

From braces and bad hair to long forgotten fashion mistakes, we all have photos from our past that we’d just as soon leave packed away in the attic gathering dust. But thanks to Doug Chernack and Mike Bender, those gawky and goofy pictures can be immortalized on the Internet, providing enjoyment to millions around the world. These two longtime friends are the brains behind Awkward Family Photos, a super popular blog based on reader submissions of… you guessed it: Awkward family photos.

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Last Days Of Summer

Im totally ringing in the last days of summer, and sad to see this one end. Its been action packed, full of surprises, new friends and great memories. Last weekend we took it to a new level and decided to show our kids another extreme. We camped out on a beach in Malibu! I know camping isnt for everyone – trust me, most of our friends passed – but I am always up for an adventure.

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Life Gets Easier When You Live By What You Believe

Inside each one of us lies our truth. We know its presence, and when we live by our truth, an ease of flow begins to happen. We are carried in happiness and feel more joy in our lives. Whenever we step outside of our truth- when our actions dont match our beliefs- we encounter more resistance and struggle. As if our inner true essence is being stifled, creating suffering. Often, we know what we …

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ModernMom Chronicles: Chapter Eight

I just need a few minutes to compose myself, Heather says, and Dr. Morris walks back into the animal hospital. Heather leans against her dirty white Escalade feeling suddenly grateful that she cant find her phone. She dreads having to tell Michael and the children that Marigold is dead. Dead! She cant believe it. Don’t miss chapters one through seven!