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How Do You Know When You’re Done?

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 18:59:59 +0100

Another child? It didn’t feel like there was enough of me to go around! ... But then the dreams started. Within weeks after having my first baby, it seemed as though everyone (friends, co-workers, random shoppers at the mall) wanted to know when we were having another child. (I admit I have been guilty of asking this very question to new moms. It’s almost like it’s required along with “Is the baby sleeping?” — which is a truly ridiculous question). Aft...

Food, Glorious Food!

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 20:32:26 +0100

APPETIZERS Cranberry Chutney Ingredients 1 (12 ounce) bag fresh or frozen cranberries 1 1/4 cups sugar 3/4 cup water 1 large cooking apple, chopped 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Directions In a saucepan, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; simmer for 15-20 minutes or until apple is tender and mixture thickens. Cool completely. Store in the refrigerator. Serve over cream cheese with crac...

Togetherness

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 19:51:27 +0100

In the Morning Tune-in to The 85th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Kick-off the holiday season by snuggling up with the kids to watch the parade of giant balloons, performance groups and high school marching bands. There’s even a web site where you can access fun and games for kids. Take a Hike While most stay in and watch the football, others might enjoy a nice walk or hike. Middle Tennessee is loaded with great hiking spots. One of our favorites is: RADNOR ...

A Family Thanksgiving

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 19:38:39 +0100

Lots of wonderful memories can be made on Thanksgiving from how you spend the day together to the crafts and, of course, the food! >>TOGETHERNESSOnce the turkey’s in the oven, have fun with family and friends before the big push to the table occurs: >>CRAFTSKeep the kids occupied and having fun, too! >>FOODYummy appetizers, luscious desserts and ideas for leftovers and other turkey tips...

Giving Thanks

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 15:53:30 +0100

Experience the season of family & friends. Raising Thankful KidsWhile America toils in discontent, NOW is the time to remind ourselves what we should be thankful for: our lives, our health, our children. Yes, the economy is bad, but children don’t really understand these things. What they DO understand is Mom’s and Dad’s stress. Or that this year things aren’t quite as easy at home as they were in the past. Finding ways to raise thankful, empathetic children is harder than ever. But ...

10 Ways to Raise Street Smart Kids

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 05:06:35 +0100

Are your children equipped to manage when you’re not around? Follow these easy steps for peace of mind. With the parade sounds of blaring horns and beating drums marching off into the distance, Angie Worth, along with her newborn daughter Ella, her 2-year-old son Todd, and her elderly grandmother, began to head back to the car. The exciting morning turned into panicked chaos when Worth lost sight of her energetic toddler. “Todd took off running into the crowd and was out of my sight in...

The Mom Manual

Sun, 01 May 2011 21:43:43 +0100

52 Timesaving tips and tricks for streamlining your day-to-day life with kids.

Building a Great Relationship Among Siblings

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 22:16:28 +0100

We used to fight in fierce, lengthy battles with the tether ball between us. My big sister would pound the ball in my direction, â€œHey, Bumps!â€ sheâ€™d shout, referring to the dry, itchy skin I had on the back of my arms. Iâ€™d whack the ball back at her, â€œJust fine, Pepper!â€ referring to the tiny blackheads that were sprinkled beneath her nose. While these nitpickings happened a long time ago, my sister and I remember them today and lots ...

Hi-Tech Moms

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 13:19:49 +0100

It's a great time to be a multi-tasking mother! New technology helps women streamline busy family lives and "crowdsourcing" comes of age as cell phone and online activities help moms build peer support for all kinds of decision making.

How Safe is Your Home?

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 18:03:08 +0100

It was a sunny morning on the Alabama coastline, and I was preparing for another day of vacation. Then, I got a phone call from a neighbor in Goodlettsville. My house had been burglarized.

Keeping Kids From Destroying Your Home

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 17:51:40 +0100

Whether your kids qualify as Dennis the Menace clones or not, your house just might be in shambles for years to come. Nevertheless, there are ways to minimize the damage.

Mastering Morning Madness

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 17:47:56 +0100

You just canâ€™t wait, can you? Getting everyone to bed at a reasonable hour, getting yourself up before everyone else, preparing breakfast, inspecting outfits, packing lunches, being ON TIME.

Prison Moms: Going to "Mommy's House"

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 17:44:28 +0100

The Tennessee Prison for Womenâ€™s Child Visitation Program helps incarcerated mothers bond with their children.

Taking Family Photos Yourself

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 17:34:02 +0100

Local photographers share their secrets for great kid pics.