The Mommy Wars Rejoins The School Year
A warm humorous note to teachers from a tired parent reflecting on the long summer with restless kids. The writer jokes about heat, daily meals, and battles over air conditioning as they anticipate the return to kindergarten. The piece expresses appreciation and shared parental fatigue.
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Ten Mile Move Tests Four-Year-Old Friend Ties
Lily Bottigliero, age four, faced tears after a 10 mile move from Chicago to the suburbs severing long standing friendships. Her mother Blagica explains the need to connect with new people as life offers many twists and roads. Psychologist Irene Levine notes children struggle more with breakups than adults.
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The Coupon Queen Looks at Car Buying Tips and Budget
The piece shares practical car buying advice from a mom's perspective. It covers budgeting, timing, research, financing options, and down payments, with a minibudget example and a Walgreens deal for tuna. It notes planning ahead and patience for finding the right vehicle.
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