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Book Nook: Best Children's Books

Motherhood Moments

The latest feature by Washington Post Opinion Columnist Alyssa Rosenberg compiles a list of the very best children’s books recommended by parents across the political spectrum. I put together a list of dozens of parents across the political spectrum and asked them to contribute three books they considered essential, and then to tell us why.

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How We Frugal-ed in June 2023

Family Balance Sheet

Once home, I wrote American Airlines a polite letter with the flight details and I asked for reimbursement for the car rental, a $200 unexpected expense, along with a request for a refund for the unused Philly to Harrisburg flight. The moral of this story is to always ask and always ask politely.

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International Women’s Day and 1-800-FLOWERS.com Giveaway

Nicoles Nickels

Observed since the early 1900s, this important holiday champions equality and emancipation for women across the globe, and marks their economic, political and social achievements. There are a lot of women I admire but right now my thoughts are with my aunt.

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Calendar of Environmental Events Around the World

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

World Day of Social Justice – February 20 – Social development aims at social justice, solidarity, harmony and equality within and among countries and social justice, equality and equity constitute the fundamental values of all societies.

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A Man’s World

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Some women took it to the extreme and scolded polite men who held doors open for them. As a consequence, some men, equally qualified, were passed over to favor women applicants and candidates. While unfair to those particular men, these actions have helped somewhat, in equalizing the pay earned by men vs. that earned by women.

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Gender Inequality in 2014

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We are underrepresented politically – holding only 98 of 535 (18%) of seats in Congress. Although it has brought some equality to education, and allowed some addition sports resources to be spent on women’s athletics, the women still have far fewer resources and opportunities in the sports arena. Teach your daughter to be equal.

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7 Book Deals to Close Out Women’s History Month

Couponing 101

Featuring familiar icons like Elizabeth I and Malala Yousafzai, and introducing hidden figures like Chien-Shiung Wu and Aud the Deep-Minded, kids will be fascinated reading about these women’s achievements in science, sports, the arts, politics, and history. Hardcover: $12.59 (reg. Becoming: Michelle Obama.

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