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Family Vacations and Expectations

It’s that time of year again: Time for the family vacation. It’s a good time to rethink some things like perfectionism, expectations, and the meaning of the word “vacation.”First of all, we call it a “vacation,” but if you’re the parent...

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Forgetting to Remember

Many of us can look back on out formative years with great fondness. We were surrounded by people who looked after us, taught us, and provided the values and socialization needed to succeed in the modern world. Others met our most basic needs, and we...

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Wedding Gifts - Something Old, Nothing New..!

Wedding Gifts - Something Old, Nothing New..! by: Charlie Taylor The old tale about a bride and groom receiving half a dozen toasters from well-meaning relatives on their wedding day has passed into 70s history. But, what to buy the modern coupl...

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List of Exclusive Gifts For Friends

You are born with so many relationships including the ones that you share with your parents, siblings and others. Isn't it? But there is one relationship that you are not born with, but still it is the most important support for your life and th...

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Gift Ideas for a 50th Wedding Anniversary

Gift Ideas for a 50th Wedding Anniversary by: Louise Goodman The big 50. The fiftieth wedding anniversary is an important, yet seldom reached milestone in any couple's relationship. Unlike other anniversaries, this one is such a 'biggi...

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Make Gift Wrapping Paper With Kids

Make Gift Wrapping Paper With Kids by: Abigail BealMaking your own wrapping paper is a fun activity that children or adults can do. With some creativity you can create gift wrap that is unique and different – everyone will know the gift is fro...

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Preparing For the Holidays: Ho Ho Ho... or Bah Humbug!

aring For the Holidays: Ho Ho Ho... or Bah Humbug! by: Kathy Paauw Some of my clients dread the holiday season because it often represents stress, pressure, expectations, guilt, disappointment, pain, loneliness, exhaustion... and the list goes o...

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Make Role Modeling a Hobby

Like in most families, children are around you everyday. Whatever you show to your children is what you teach and impart to them regardless of your intentions. In the eyes of your children, you are a teacher. Everyday you are teaching “live” — ...

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Why Don't I Understand My Dog

I have encountered folks who have complained to me about their numerous (dog) `behavior problems.' And interestingly enough, I usually discover that most of the behavioral problems are linked to a common factor. That common factor being pet owne...

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Effective Communication With Your Dog

Effectively Communicating With Your Dogby Brigitte SmithEffective communication with your dog maintains the pecking order in your home and ensure that you remain the top dog. Allowing your dog to dominate you in any way is unhealthy for your dog (as ...

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