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ModernMom Chronicles: Chapter Nineteen

It took the promise of a one year Club Penguin membership to pacify Kaitlin into having the play date with the new girl. It was the right thing to do, Heather thinks. Anyone who says that they dont bribe their children is either lying or miserable. Good luck, Michael says that morning as Kaitlin stands pouting in the kitchen.

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ModernMom Chronicles: Chapter Eleven

Don’t miss chapters one through ten! Heather, Michael and Kaitlin arrive Saturday morning at 7:45 to the Westside Soccer Fields for their first All Star Game. They park in between two identical black Mercedes SUVs and Kaitlin runs ahead, eager to join the warm up.

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Life Interrupted

By Guest Blogger Melanie Kramer I must admit, writing this Blog post was cathartic, liberating and at the same time overcast with a shadow of somberness. The last six years have been a struggle coming to terms with my decision to give up a painting career that I loved dearly, to stay home and raise my children. And as I reflect back today, I cant help but think, Was this the best decision for me? For my kids? Why do I feel like I am on the road to nowhere?

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Decorating Baby Nurseries

When decorating a baby nursery, parents need to remember that the baby will soon be crawling and walking, and the room will have to change along with the baby. Start with decor that can grow with the baby, and choose colors that will adapt well to new decor in the toddler and preschool years. When furnishing the room, opt for convertible furniture that will last beyond baby’s first year. The nursery needs to be safe, simple and pleasant, in function and design.