The General’s Kids

The General’s Kids

The General’s Kids is the newest resource to help military kids facing a parent’s injury or illness. This resource provides a community of support for children of all ages to connect with other kids going through similar situations. Sponsors are welcome to...
Special Gifts for Kids Dealing with Deployment

Special Gifts for Kids Dealing with Deployment

As many of you probably know, watching a parent leave for deployment is a tough time for kids.  But, there are some great creative ideas to keep your deployed spouse incorporated and involved in the daily life of your children. The moms at Our Seven Dwarfs,...
Kids Living in a Logged-On World

Kids Living in a Logged-On World

We want our kids to be savvy about technology because not only will it help them thrive in pretty much any job they work toward; but when we get older, someone will have to help us figure out the newest tech toys. But with that, there are many other pros and cons that...
Start School Days with Special Time

Start School Days with Special Time

By: Julianne Idleman Hand in Hand On busy school day mornings, we try to send our children off with love. We sandwich “I love you. Have a good day! between “Where’s my homework?” and “Can you pick me up after soccer practice?” We’ve got a suggestion that...
Comforting a Child After the Loss of a Pet

Comforting a Child After the Loss of a Pet

By: Betsy Flagler The Buffalo News After a beloved pet dies, grieve with your family through a mix of tears and funny tales. Even pirates cry. So says the Mem Fox book “Tough Boris” (Sandpiper, 1998), the story of a pirate whose parrot died, and “he cried and cried.”...
DIY: Sandy Handprint Keepsake

DIY: Sandy Handprint Keepsake

By: Julie Finn Crafting a Green World The beach is one vacation spot that ensures that you come away with beautiful souvenirs. A handful of sand, the choicest of clam shells, rocks worn smooth by the waves, as much driftwood as your trunk will hold- any of these free...

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