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This past weekend, I divided my Saturday between a swimming pool and tubing on a river. Even though my son and I applied waterproof sunscreen, we still ended up a bit burned. My favorite soothing remedy for a sunburn is aloe, which is fairly easy to grow yourself. I break off a small piece of [...]

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8 Tips for Better Grilling

by Miranda

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It’s summer time! One thing we love to do at my house during the summer is to grill. We grill at least twice a week during the summer (and at least once a month during the winter). And grilling isn’t just for meat and fish. We grill vegetables and bread as well; we’ve been known [...]

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Six Fun, Educational Websites for Kids

Lifestyle

Summer will be here before you know it. Chances are, you are already looking for summer programs meant for your children. However, children won’t always be at programs, and they won’t always be outside playing. On top of that, you want to make sure that your child is doing something educational over the summer, so [...]

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Finding a Summer Program for Your Budget

Lifestyle

Summer is right around the corner, the school year is winding down, and many working parents are looking for summer options for their kids. If you’re like most working parents, your kids are in an after-school program that watches them from the time they get out of school until you get out of work. Many [...]

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Ways to Get Your Children Reading – And Enjoy it

Lifestyle

Reading is an essential skill. It is a fundamental skill required in order to excel in school and even in life. As our society continues to move into a more service oriented economy, reading is increasingly important. And, while it is possible to get by in life without being able to read, it can make [...]

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Few Commonsense Ideas for Camping with Kids

Lifestyle

One of my favorite family vacations growing up was camping. It’s still one of my favorite activities. Once a year, my son and I meet up with my parents, siblings and their families to enjoy the great outdoors. Of course, as a kid, I had no idea the preparation that went into camping. Now that [...]

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Summer Reading Programs for Children

Lifestyle

Summer reading programs are a great way to keep children reading when the school is out. This helps to keep their minds sharp and better prepared when the school comes around. These programs are available for all ages and many libraries offer them free of charge.

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4 Summer Learning Tips for Children

Lifestyle

Want to do something fun with your children this summer that’s not only fun, but also educational? No matter what age your child is, and no matter where you live, this article can give you four great ideas for bringing the classroom home.

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10 Fun Things for Kids To Do This Summer

Lifestyle

Concerned about keeping your kids entertained this summer? Here are 10 fun things for kids (and their parents) to do this summer. Most these ideas cost little to no money and can be educational too.

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