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Fun Freetime: Children's Theatre Company - An American Tail: The Musical (MN)

Motherhood Moments

In An American Tail the Musical , an army of cats forces young Fievel Mousekewitz and his family to escape from Russia by boat. Despite everything stacked against him, Fievel clings to his dreams of a better life and reuniting with his family. When a storm at sea separates them, Fievel arrives alone in the vast city of New York.

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Parenting Pointers - Setting Rules for Toddlers

Motherhood Moments

Not only is it inherently difficult, but every family enforces rules differently. Kids under 5 aren’t thinking about anyone but themselves. Say “please” and “thank you” – Teaching toddlers to use polite language can help them develop social skills and show respect to others. And all the parents said … Guess what?

Parenting 100
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How to Teach Children Gratitude This Holiday Season

Couponing 101

For young children, though, the focus may fall more squarely on receiving than giving. We all need a little indulgence every now and then, but without some gentle guidance from you, your children may start to feel more entitled than appreciative. Teach Politeness. Encourage Kids to Help You.

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Unintended Consequences

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Individuals, families and workplaces are complex organisms with multiple constantly changing parts and pieces. If you push in one direction, the organism may pop in several different directions. Don’t you hate politics! Confer with others to see what you may have missed. Examples of unintended consequences.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #236 – May 11, 2012

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Welcome to the May 11, 2012 Edition #236 of the Carnival of Financial Planning. Jester presents The Importance of Vacations For Kids posted at The Ultimate Juggle , saying, “This article explains the reasons that we prefer to take destination oriented vacations for the kid’s sake.

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Natural Mothering eBook Bundle

Family Balance Sheet

Thank you for supporting Family Balance Sheet! We''ve got the resources you need to help your kids be healthier, to raise your children to be polite, caring people, to live more eco-friendly, and to make your home non-toxic. Mother''s Little Herbal Helper and Home Remedies by Natalie Vickery of The Family Herbalist ($12.50).

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Experience Based Graduation Gifts

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Here are some experienced based graduation gifts by which your student may benefit. Point them to a variety of summer job types – such as working in a national park ; on a construction crew; on a ranch; in a factory; on a cruise ship or tanker; as a political party worker; in marketing and etc. Tour de jobs.