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Kids Beyond texting: Teaching kids the art of letter writing

So often, it’s the littlest hearts and hands that have the biggest ideas, the hugest hopes, the greatest love. And th...

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Valentine's Day Free Relationship Conversation Cards to Stir Up All the Feels

Having positive, meaningful conversations is one of the best things about the relationships in our lives. Whether it’...

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Care & Concern What to Write When Trying to Reconcile With a Loved One

Being estranged from someone hurts, plain and simple. And in today’s society, it’s increasingly common. According to ...

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New Year's 22+ ideas for a fun, family-friendly New Year's Eve

When I was a kid, nothing made me feel cooler than being included in grown-up stuff. On New Year’s Eve, getting to ha...

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Kids Passing the Geek Parent Baton: Welcoming Kids to Your Favorite Fandoms

For a geek dad, geek mom or geek parent whose heart and mind are filled by the songs and stories of popular cultur...

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Encouragement Comforting Words: What to Say and Do in Tough Times

When someone we know suffers a loss or is going through a difficult situation, we’re often not sure what to say. S...

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Family Six Tips for Supporting New Parents

I’m going to start this off with a confession: My memories of the first few months after I became a first-time mom...

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LGBTQ+ How to Welcome Your Child's LGBTQ+ Partner to the Family

You’re the proud parent of a newly engaged LGBTQ+ person: Congratulations! You’re happy for them, excited ab...

History of Grandparents Day

Fall History of Grandparents Day

The idea to designate a day honoring grandparents is credited to Marian McQuade, a West Virginia homemaker who wan...

Coming out: advice for friends & family

LGBTQ+ Coming out: Advice for friends and family

On a sunny April day six years ago during a trail walk, my son told me he was gay. He was 14. Outwardly, I respond...

Gifts for Seniors

Family Practically perfect: helpful gifts for seniors

The long-lived and much-loved people in your circle may deal with particular challenges that can go along with get...