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If you could use one word to describe the most important thing you want to teach your kids, what would that word be?

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The 2013 Moms of the Year gallery features photos of moms placed by their proud families to celebrate Mother's Day.

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Summer bedtime

What happens to your kids' bedtime during summer vacation?

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Is it hot in here?

There is a new night time thing going on in our bedroom and it goes like this, covers on, covers off, covers on, covers off, covers on, covers off, covers on, covers off, and so on until the mornin

This could work in my favor ... or not

As you may know, Kalisha has a boyfriend. In fact, they are planning to get married ... but not until October 2014 (whew).

The tantrum child

My once-loving son has turned into the Incredible Hulk. For the past couple of months. he freaks out, screaming, hitting, kicking — even spitting.

Why I don't have a five-year plan

"Where do you see yourself in five years?" This is one of the most common questions interviewers ask. In fact, it's so common that many of us believe you need a five-year plan for o

Inquiring minds want to know

Kalisha has been asking questions of people since she learned to talk. I always said she asked the questions we adults wanted to ask, but were too polite to do so.

Snow? Again?

Boy, am I ready for spring. Can I get an "amen"? With a snowstorm forecast for tonight, I am not looking forward to a school delay or snow day tomorrow. I've got work to do!

What does a jelly face have to do with a neuron?

When my kids were little and I was new to this stay-at-home gig, there were many moments when I felt inadequate in what I was doing, as well as inferior to others

Valentine woes

Kalisha has a boyfriend. She came home from the bus one day and told me she had a boyfriend and they were going to get married. OK ....

Preparing for college is hard, especially on the parents

With just two years left of high school for the Sonish, talks are often turning to college. What will he want to study? Where will he want to go? How much is this going to cost?

A Valentine's message for my family

Today being Valentine's Day, I'd like to to offer up a few gifts for my family. Sure, my kids drive me bananas sometimes, but they've also made me a better person, as has my dear husband.