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Reader Question: How To Deal With Your Partner’s Family’s Financial Situation

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Here is her question: My boyfriend has an older brother that lost his job and was losing his home (their childhood home). At the time he was living with his brother – paying him rent and helping with bills. I told my boyfriend that as much as I love him I cannot move my son and I in his home along with his brother.

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Should Parents Pay For Good Grades?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

To me, it is normal and natural for a parent to want their child to do well – in school and in life. My parents rewarded by brother and I for good grades. We rewarded our sons for good grades – through high school. My brother and I excelled in school, as did both of our sons.

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How Mindfulness Can Improve Your Life

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I started keeping track of what I was eating, and paying attention to its nutritional content, as well as how it was produced. Mindfulness has helped me get a better handle on my emotions and avoid lashing out at my son and my husband — something that has helped improve my personal relationships and make my home life more enjoyable.

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The Blind Side On DVD $4.99 (Reg. $19.94)

Saving Everyday

Well-to-do Leigh Anne Tuohy (Sandra Bullock) knows little about his world. And the Tuohys have found something just as life-changing: a beloved new son and brother. What the homeless teen knows are the streets and projects of Memphis. Yet when she and Michael meet, he’s found a home.

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Free Nook Book Friday – Sandwich, With a Side of Romance & More

For the Mommas

Sandwich represents hope for twenty-year-old Maddie Buckner and Kyle, the eleven-year-old brother Maddie wants to spring out of foster care. Until a grisly celebrity murder at an ultra-exclusive “wellness” resort shatters a quiet summer morning… Deployed. Free Nook Books Free Stuff Freebies free nook books tdeals'

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Mario Kart Cars Pull-Backs Figure Set Just $11.79!

Saving Cents With Sense

My son loves Mario Kart. Be sure to check out the deal on Super Mario Brothers Mini Figures Set of 18 , as well. Right now, this Mario Kart Cars Pull-Backs Figure Set is just $11.79 (53% off)! This will ship FREE with Amazon Prime or a minimum $25 purchase. About: Nintendo Super Mario Bros Exclusive 6 Pcs. Read More !

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Custom Photo Wall Calendars from Calendars.com

Nicoles Nickels

My parents have one in their kitchen, I have one in my office, and my brother has one in his kitchen as well! I was excited to create a calendar for my brother starting in August since his current calendar ends then. Comments My friend got one that her son made her with pictures of the. All opinions are my own.

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