Prairie Eco-Thrifter
SEPTEMBER 28, 2015
For example, this week, I’m kidsitting my 11 and 8 year old grandkids at their house – getting them on and off the school bus, fixing dinner, helping with homework, playing with them and etc – while the parents are away on a much deserved adult only trip. Grandparents, obviously, would have the benefit of extra income.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 28, 2014
Here are four things I learned after having grandchildren. My Aunt and Uncle used to take each of their grandchildren on a trip when they reached the ripe old age of 8. Parents had the right and the responsibility to raise their own children. Too bad, parents rule. They aren’t my children! But, it is my house.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JUNE 15, 2014
Make puppets and stage a show for the parents – letting the kids come up with the story line, the kind of puppets they want to make, the puppet stage (it can be as simple as an ironing board with a tablecloth over it!). Easy Ways for Parents to Exercise with Kids Free and Low Cost Programs for Your Children This Summer.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 19, 2013
If you are a parent, some day you will most likely become a grandparent. Being a grandparent is tons more fun than parenting. We spoiled our children and we apparently are even more intent on doing so with our grandchildren! I only remember staying with them once without parents around. They tolerated our presence.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 4, 2011
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. When you get home with the groceries. 7 Ways to Save Money As New Parents. What Our Parents Taught Us About Money.
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They will appreciate the thoughtfulness and might also be looking to reduce the sheer amount of unnecessary stuff that comes into their homes during the holidays. 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. Babysitting.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
SEPTEMBER 15, 2014
I remember thinking about how wonderful it would be to not have to worry about whether we had enough to pay for the propane gas to heat our home. They wonder how they can protect their children from kidnappers; how to best protect their multiple homes and fleets of cars or planes.
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