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How to Plan a Multi-Generation Family Vacation

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Even the New York Times acknowledges that: As boomers join the ranks of grandparents, many are financing vacations for their children and grandchildren. percent of all vacation trips now consist of grandparents, parents and children traveling together. We took my Mom with us to Florida in the 1980’s.

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Ways for Busy Parents to Teach Young Children About Money

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But you are a super busy parent, with work, continuing education, business travel, your kid’s other activities, church and the myriad of other things that demand your time and attention. 7 Ways to Save Money As New Parents. What Our Parents Taught Us About Money. You want your kid to be financially savvy.

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30 Free but Thoughtful Christmas Gift Ideas

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If you have the knack for your DSLR, a photo session would be a perfect idea for new parents, soon-to-be high school or college graduates, or a family portrait. Fortunately, my parents live nearby and my mom never charged us (whew–thanks, mom), but we have close friends who don’t have family nearby and would LOVE a gift of free babysitting.

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