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03/12/2013
Emotionally Wealthy! Fifteen years ago, I had a son. The year he was born, I made $189,000.00. I was a great print saleswoman. Once I held him in my arms, I knew I had to find a way to be with him all day, everyday. Coming home and seeing my nanny holding him so close, broke my heart. More >>

Tags: BudgetChildrenFinancesMarriageMoneyMotherhoodMotherhood-FatherhoodParentingRaising childrenSAHM stay-at-home mom
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03/11/2013
Being Frugal I'm a stay-at-home mom to 2 boys and a new baby on the way! It's so hard financially, but totally worth it! More >>

Tags: BudgetChildrenFinancesFrugalHomeschoolHomeschoolingI am my kid's momMotherhoodMotherhood-FatherhoodParentingPregnantSAHM stay-at-home momSimple Savings
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03/11/2013
If Your Children Could Only Have Four Books If I could provide only four books for my children's education the first ones that come to mind are: More >>

Tags: ChildrenEducationHumorMarriageParentingTeachingThe Proper Care and Feeding of HusbandsValues
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03/08/2013
My 'Brainwashed' Kids I was listening when you spoke to an 18-year-old girl about how important it is for a child to have a mother vs. paid help. More >>

Tags: ChildrenDay CareDaycareJobNannyParentingRead On-AirResponse To A CallSAHM stay-at-home momValues
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03/07/2013
A Dad's Viewpoint About Fatherhood Written to His Son About 3 weeks ago, I called you to discuss how my teenage son had gotten a young girl pregnant, but had left the country for Thailand and was showing no interest in accepting responsibility. More >>

Tags: BabyChildrenFaithFatherhoodMotherhood-FatherhoodParentingPersonal ResponsibilityRaising Boys to MenRead On-AirReal manReligionResponsibilityTeenagerTeensValues
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03/07/2013
Household Manager Job Opening - Could This Be For Real? I was searching jobs in Denver for a friend and was appalled by this listing I found on Craigslist. More >>

Tags: ChildrenInternet-MediaInternet/MediaParentingPersonal ResponsibilityResponsibilitiesValues
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03/04/2013
Reminded Why I Stay Home I have been a stay-at-home mother since my 7 1/2-year-old daughter was born. I also have a son who is almost six. More >>

Tags: ChildrenMothersParentingRead On-AirSAHM stay-at-home momStay-at-Home Mom
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03/04/2013
Intimacy and Staying in Shape This routine might not work for everyone, but maybe it will serve as an example on how to fit in exercise and intimacy into your life. More >>

Tags: ChildrenEat Less-Move MoreExerciseHealthIntimacyMarriageParentingSex
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03/01/2013
Rewards of No Longer Being a Nag I read "The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands" within a few years of my marriage, and am embarrassed to say I could benefit from additional readings. More >>

Tags: AddictionAlcoholChildrenFatherHealthHusbandParentingRead On-AirThe Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands
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02/28/2013
I've Had Two Real Men in My Life My dad died 9 years ago when I was 46. I still miss him like it was yesterday. My dad was tough, but so loving, especially as he aged. More >>

Tags: ChildrenDoing the Right ThingFamily/Relationships - FamilyFatherFather figureGrandchildrenHusbandMotherhood-FatherhoodParentingRaising Boys to MenRead On-AirReal menRelaltivesRelativesTaking care of parentsValues
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