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Book Nook: But Definitely Wear Mascara: Hacks to Help you Love Your Mom Life (and Yourself) a Little More

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Baffled by the moms who seemingly had plenty of time to exercise, serve up home-cooked meals, volunteer, work and straighten their hair, mother of two under two Nikki Oden wanted answers. “I had no idea what I was doing, and most days, didn’t brush my teeth. I completely lost myself in being ‘Mommy’ and ‘Wife,’” Oden writes in the introduction to her new book, But Definitely Wear Mascara: Hacks to Help You Love Your Mom Life (and Yourself) a Little More.

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Giant: Del Monte Tomatoes JUST $0.63 Each + More Deals Starting 1/13

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Giant Deal on Del Monte Tomatoes & More. Add tomatoes to your favourite soups, chilis and tomato based recipes. Del Monte tomaotes are the perfect way to turn up the flavor in any meal. Starting 1/13, Del Monte Tomatoes is priced at $1.25 each at Giant Plus you can get $5.00 iff instantly when you buy 8 That will make the final price just $0.63 each.

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Area Attraction: WonderWorks Branson Winter Homeschool Days

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Homeschool families are invited to experience everything WonderWorks Branson has to offer at a discounted admission rate. Their annual winter Homeschool Days are taking place throughout January and February 2023. Each day when public schools are in session, homeschool guests can get admission tickets for only $12 per person, plus tax, before 2 pm. “Homeschool Days are back,” says Faith Bovo, education sales manager of WonderWorks Branson.

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Giveaway: The Text Bible

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Disclosure: Many thanks to Harper Collins Christian Publishing for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I find it very interesting to read Bibles that have a different perspective or target. I think each time I read through a different set of footnotes, it deepens my understand of and appreciation for different passages.

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Parenting Pointers: Synthetic Identity Theft

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Children are especially vulnerable to a new form of identity theft – synthetic – which now makes up 85 percent of cases and means thieves use combinations of real and fake information to take out loans, get credit cards, purchase cars, collect unemployment, and much more. And it’s grown 233 percent over five years. Kids are often targeted, because it’s an amalgamation of different identities (name, Social Security number, etc.) and 86 percent of parents don’t look at their kids’ credit report or

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Book Nook: Catboat Road

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In the Massachusetts seaside town of Horton, cut off from the world, boats sway on their moorings, while beneath the surface bubbles a primal brew of salt and sea life — much like the family at the center of Catboat Road , the quirky, sometimes racy new novel from Kate Rounds. The Ragsdales, unmoored from social convention, well-meaning and decidedly modern, have learned to surf a wave of family tumult and weave their way into the rich tapestry of townspeople — often to comic effect.

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Emergency remote teaching during COVID-19 lockdown brought families closer together, but also required a lot from parents

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School closures and emergency remote teaching caused by the COVID-19 pandemic put a particular strain on families with children with special educational needs. Yet, most parents felt competent in supporting the learning and remote schooling of their children, and they also enjoyed the increased freedom and autonomy, which made it possible to structure daily life according to their family’s needs and preferences.

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Book Nook: Freeda the Frog Gets a Divorce

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How do you explain to a child that Mom and Dad will no longer live together? Dealing with divorce can be very confusing and challenging for children. In Freeda the Frog Gets a Divorce (Mascot Books; ISBN: 978-1-63177-514-7), author Nadine Haruni presents a story to assist families adjusting to a new family dynamic and the often overwhelming feelings that surround it.

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Area Attractions: WonderWorks Panama City Beach After Dark Ticket

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Those who want to have fun and save money while they do it will want to take advantage of the After Dark tickets at WonderWorks. Running daily through January 31, 2023, the After Dark tickets offers guests tickets discounted to $23.99 each after 5 pm. Admission includes all interactive exhibits, the indoor ropes course, laser tag and more. Guests can also upgrade their ticket to include the Space Fury 360° ride.

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Travel Tidbits: Most Popular Vacation States

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Florida is the most popular state for a vacation, new research has revealed. The study by vacation rental marketplace FloridaRentals.com analyzed Google searches for each state on vacation packages, rentals, and spots to see which states were most popular for a vacation. It found that Florida was the most popular state for a vacation. The Sunshine State receives, on average, 155,110 searches from vacation-goers every single month.

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Music Minute: The Goldens - Peaceful Easy Feeling

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Country and Gospel Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry member William Lee Golden and his sons 'The Goldens' are excited to announce the release of their latest music video for the Eagles’ classic, “ Peaceful Easy Feeling ,” directed by Jeff Panzer, from their three-album set, ‘ Golden Classics.' Paying homage to the songs that have influenced their lives throughout the years, The Goldens chose to showcase “ Peaceful Easy Feeling ” as a perfect way to welcome in the new year while also celebrat

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Wreaths Across America Roundtable on Veteran Success

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Wreaths Across America Radio is proud to announce its eighth roundtable discussion focused on service and success through sharing stories of resilience, purpose, and community. This discussion will take place on Thursday, January 26, at 12pm ET, with an encore presentation on Monday, January 30, at 8 pm ET , and can only be heard exclusively on Wreaths Across America Radio.

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Healthy Habits: Nutrition expert reveals what to eat before a morning gym session to maximize your workout

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While not everyone is a ‘morning person,’ the early morning is a great time to work out and can offer several valuable benefits. Fitness and nutrition expert Patrick Dale from Fitness Volt has revealed a useful guide on what to eat to fuel your morning workouts and maxim i z e early - morning energy. Carbohydrates When you eat carbohydrates, they are broken down into glucose which acts as an immediate source of energy, and any surplus is converted to and then stored as glycogen.

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Healthy Habits: Yoga & Ayurveda Integration

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Yoga - the physical exercise, and Ayurveda- the science of life, are two branches of the same tree. They are two significant approaches that can lead to an overall state of physical and mental well-being. Both mainly focus on wellness as a way of life. The practices of Yoga and Ayurveda are more than just physical poses and the use of medicinal plants.

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Healthy Habits: Make better brain health your top New Year’s resolution for 2023

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Alzheimer’s disease is expected to impact nearly 13 million Americans by 2050, including 99,000 Minnesotans today, according to the Alzheimer’s Association Minnesota-North Dakota. So, as you contemplate your New Year’s resolutions for 2023, consider there are important steps you can take to maintain and improve your brain health. Research has shown lifestyle changes like improving diet and exercising regularly have helped drive down death rates from cancer, heart disease and other major diseases

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Enriching Education: Net Zero with Tina Grotzer

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Learning how to learn in an effective and impactful way can improve problem solving skills and help society combat global challenges such as the climate crisis. In a new episode of the acclaimed Net Zero series, Professor Tina Grotzer, a Harvard cognitive scientist whose research identifies ways in which understandings about the nature of causality impact our ability to deal with complexity in our world, discusses with youth Climate Activist Michelle Whiting effective ways to make the transition

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Healthy Habits: America’s most stressed states

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New research has revealed the most stressed states, with West Virginia coming out on top. The study conducted by addiction specialists at Diamond Rehab Thailand analyzed the latest data from the United Health Foundation’s American Health Rankings to see which states had the highest rates of people reporting stress in their lives. It was measured on the score of frequent mental distress, which describes the percentage of adults reporting to have suffered from mental health issues more than half o

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Contest: 2023 Try Prayer! It Works!

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It’s time to submit entries to the 2023 “Try Prayer! It Works!” Contest! Sponsored by Family Rosary, the deadline for the national competition of children and teens in grades K-12 expressing their faith through art, poetry, video, and prose is Feb. 24, 2023. With the goal of inspiring young people and their families to welcome the presence of God and the Holy Family into their lives, the theme of this year’s challenge is “Open Wide the Doors of Your Home to Christ.

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Website Spotlight: Wee Lions

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Wee Lions, the early learning program designed to ignite and nurture a child’s eagerness to explore and engage, today announced the launch of their highly engaging online learning platform that aims to deliver a digital learning experience packed with stimulating opportunities to see, think, and imagine the unlimited possibilities in the world around them.

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Music Minute: Daryle Singletary Keeping It Country Jam (2/16, Nashville)

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The 5th Annual Daryle Singletary Keeping It Country Jam is set to take place at The Nashville Palace on Thursday, February 16, 2023 , during The National Wild Turkey Federation’s 50th anniversary week and will feature performances from Easton Corbin , Mark Wills , Rhett Akins , Andy Griggs , Chad Brock and a few more to be announced. Tickets are $30 for general admission, reserved seating is $55 and $60, and VIP tables are $500 and are only available by emailing DaryleVIP@gmail.com.

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Body and Mind: The Benefits of Exercise Are More Than Physical

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On her podcast, social media influencer and best-selling author Beth Linder-Moss described the benefits of regular exercise. There are physical benefits to exercise that help reduce our weight and add muscle. But there are mental and emotional benefits too that Beth discussed. To hear the Beth Linder-Moss podcast go to one of the following outlets: ApplePodcasts Boomplay , LibSyn , Soundcloud , Deezer , PlayerFM , ivoox , Bullhorn, Spotify , iHeart , and her website at [link].

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Enriching Education: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - Student Survey

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Brainly , the world's largest online learning platform, recently conducted a survey of almost 900 U.S. middle and high school students to better understand what they know (and don’t know) about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., his life, and his legacy. It turns out, the answer is not much. According to the data, 70% of U.S. students shared they believe understanding historical context is important to solving modern social issues.

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Healthy Habits: How Twin Cities construction workers are accessing free mental health services

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To address the high suicide and substance misuse rates in the construction industry, International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 82 (DC 82) and the Finishing Trades Institute of the Upper Midwest (FTIUM) are giving painters, drywall finishers, glassworkers, glaziers, and more, increased access to life-saving mental health services, substance use counseling, health consultation and more critical resources through a new program called the FTIUM Care Team.

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Newborns and Time with Parents

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Planning on having a child in 2023? Would-be parents in the U.S. may want to consider the implications on their career. A new nationwide survey highlights the work/life balance dilemma new parents face when having a child: 73% of parents feel they don’t get enough family leave 64% of Americans get 2 weeks or less of paid parental leave 56% have taken unpaid legal time off for family 1 in 5 new parents think they’ve lost out on promotions & raises after taking leave So, how much time do Ameri

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Health Habits: Autonomy - Taking Control of Your Healthcare in a Broken System

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America’s health care system can be described as one of the most complicated in the world. From insurance to treatments everything seems complicated and overwhelming. Some patients spend as few as 5 minutes with a doctor. Doctors run a battery of tests, sometimes not needed. It sometimes seems healthcare is becoming over regulated by government bureaucracy.

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Generation Now's First Round of Commissions

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As part of their landmark partnership, the five Generation Now theatres ( Latino Theater Company , Ma-Yi Theater Company , Native Voices at the Autry , Penumbra , and Children’s Theatre Company ) have awarded their first round of commissions to four incredible projects. Funded by the Mellon Foundation, Generation Now brings together five nationally ranked theaters to commission and develop new works for multigenerational audiences by both established and emerging BIPOC artists.

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Parenting Pointers: Balancing Warm Sleep with Safe Sleep for Infants

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This winter may be particularly difficult for some families with infants, as they face plummeting temperatures and rising heating costs and wonder how to keep their baby warm yet in a safe sleep environment. Under guidelines developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), which have been credited with cutting the rates of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) by more than 50 percent since 1994, babies should have their own sleep space with a firm and flat mattress and no blankets, bumpers,

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Music Minute: Lily Rose Tour Extension

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Groundbreaking Country artist Lily Rose is kicking off 2023 with an extension of her upcoming headlining tour, adding 10 more stops in the spring. Originally announced in December in six cities, the highly in-demand dates immediately sold-out major markets including Boston, Philadelphia and NYC. Accompanying Rose on all dates will be rising Country artist Griffen Palmer as direct support and buzzy newcomer Lauren Watkins.

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Giant: Lipton Ice Tea & More JUST $0.75 Each Starting 1/13

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Giant Deal on Lipton Ice Tea & More. Enjoy the refreshing taste of Lipton Ice Tea that is made from the finest tea leaves in the world. It features a clean, pure taste that includes tea flavonoids and hints of fruit. Starting 1/13, Lipton Ice Tea 64 oz is priced at $2.50 each at Giant Plus you will earn $12.50 in gas points That will make the final price just $0.75 each.

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Coupon Deal at Walmart on Vaseline Body Lotion Starting 1/8

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Coupon Deal at Walmart on Vaseline Body Lotion {$1.98 Each Starting 1/8}. Starting 1/8, we have a great deal on Vaseline Body Lotion at Walmart. Normally priced at $3.98 each. And with this Coupon Deal at Walmart on Vaseline Body Lotion you can score it for just $1.98 each. You need to use the $2.00/1 Vaseline Lotion coupon to get it for $1.98 each.

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Coupon Deal at Weis on Jif Peanut Butter

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Coupon Deal at Weis on Jif Peanut Butter {$2.50 Each}. Weis shoppers can score a great deal on Jif Peanut Butter. It is priced at $3.50 each. And with this Coupon Deal at Weis on Jif Peanut Butter you can score it for $2.50 each. Use the $1.00/1 Jif® Squeeze peanut butter product coupon to get it for $2.50 each. Jif Squeeze Creamy Peanut Butter has a smooth, creamy texture right out of the pouch. .

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Zulily: Team Tees for Valentine’s Day Up to 60% off

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Zulily: Team Tees for Valentine’s Day Up to 60% off. Showcase team spirit with the fan-worthy graphic on soft, breathable tees or long-sleeved hooded tees in versatile colors. Here are some of the deals you can find: Notre Dame Fighting Irish Campus Lightweight Hoodie – Men – $13.99. Kansas City Chiefs Motivating Force V-Neck Tee – $13.99.

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Digital Coupon Deal at Kroger on Sparkle Pick-A-Size Paper Towels Thru 1/17

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Digital Coupon Deal at Kroger on Sparkle Pick-A-Size Paper Towels {$6.49 Each Thru 1/17}. Thru 1/17, Kroger has a great deal on Sparkle Pick-A-Size Paper Towels. It is priced at $8.49 each. And with Digital Coupon Deal at Kroger on Sparkle Pick-A-Size Paper Towels, you can score it for just $6.49 each. You need to use the $6.49 Sparkle Pick-A-Size Paper Towels Kroger Digital Coupon to get it for $6.49 each.

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Effortless Flaky Honey Walnut Baklava

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This Effortless Flaky Honey Walnut Baklava recipe lets you recreate the classic Greek Baklava from scratch. Did you know that the word baklava is Ottoman and Persian and literally means to pile up? Baklava is a delicious, sweet flaky pastry created with many layers of filo dough (also known as phyllo), butter, nuts, spices, and honey. While this Greek pastry is time-consuming to make, it is not difficult and is well worth the time and effort.

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Skechers: Kids to Adults Up to 45% off

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Skechers: Kids to Adults Up to 45% off. Skechers has been featured in a limited-time Zulily event for Up to 45% off. Known for trendsetting shoes, Skechers adds one-of-a-kind elements to each of their designs, from family footwear to fashion. Here are some of the deals you can find: Navy & Green Ultra Flex 2 Spektron Slip-On Sneaker – Boys – $34.99.

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Zulily: Cuddly Throws at $27.99 & Under

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Zulily: Cuddly Throws at $27.99 & Under. Add a cozy accent to your favorite space with lusciously soft blankets. Drape the throws over the sofa, toss it onto the bed or pull it up to your chin for instant comfort. Snuggle up by the fire or have a cozy night’s sleep with this soft sherpa faux fur blanket. Zulily has Cuddly Throws at $27.99 & Under.

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