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Reunited for Thanksgiving: The Empty Nest Fills Up Again

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November 24, 2014
Yes, we will be together. But we will also be changed. Changed because both children have taken some major life steps in the past few months: first job, beginning college. And the Winey Hubby and I have travelled back to the BK (before kids) days of our marriage. We have all been adjusting ...
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Holiday Gift Wish Lists for Kids and Teens

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
November 24, 2014
The holiday shopping season is almost upon us. Many parents might be wondering what are some of the gifts that will likely appear on their child's wish list. Here are some toys that will be hitting and then quickly leaving the shelves this season. ...
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The Pros and Cons of a Real Christmas Tree

By Kristen Kelly
November 17, 2014

Growing up, my family was really into Christmas. We were a family full of Clark Griswolds! The trip to pick out our Christmas tree kicked off the holiday season each

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The Mommy Hug

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November 17, 2014
She may live hundreds of miles away right now, an be an adult in the eyes of the world, but I was the only one who could deliver that hug and the support and love that came with it. ...
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The Bottom Line on Cloth Diapers

By Angela Gartner
November 17, 2014
Carie Garrett, owner of Baby Bottoms Diaper Service, which serves families in the Akron area, and a registered nurse, provides some answers about cloth diapers and how they work. ...
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Diabetes Awareness Month: Inspired by Isabella

By Angela Gartner
November 17, 2014
Four-year-old Isabella Dooley has type 1 diabetes. She and her family shared their inspiring story in the November issue for Diabetes Awareness Month. Isabella is among a growing number of children with type 1 diabetes. The Dooley family hopes to raise awareness for this disease, along with provide information to others. ...
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Share the Spirit of the Holidays — Join The Salvation Army and Help Those in Need

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
November 10, 2014
From donating money, coats and toys, to volunteering just a few hours of time, you can help less fortunate children and families. Learn how to help. ...
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From Russia With Love — Publisher’s Note

By Brad Mitchell
November 10, 2014

IMG_2270Adoption? “Wow, what a great thing — but that’s just crazy for us to seriously consider that!” read more

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An Army Mom’s First Veterans’ Day

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November 10, 2014
“A veteran - whether active duty, retired, or national guard or reserve - is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a blank check made payable to "The United States of America," for an amount of "up to and including THEIR LIFE." Author: ~Unknown Author ...
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12 Things About Blogger Nichole Smith from ‘Chaos in the Country’

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November 7, 2014
Sometimes a blog post can only tell you so much about a person, so Nichole Smith, freelance writer, mom of four, wife, social media addict and knitter living in rural Northeast Ohio, shares a little more about herself. ...
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