Periscope Etiquette Tips to Grow Your Following

Whether you’re new to Periscope or have been scoping for a while, chances are you’re making mistakes that may cost you followers. Having good Periscope etiquette makes a huge difference. I’ve been scoping for about seven months and have watched Periscope take off. It’s even affected the way we get our news. It’s given people a…

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How to Stay on Track With Marathon Training During the Holidays

Staying on track with marathon training during the holidays doesn’t have to be so hard. I’ll admit that I had a minor set back after Thanksgiving. But before I went off the deep end, I decided to whip myself into shape. I’ve come up with a few simple ways to avoid slacking off. 1. Train…

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Elf on the Shelf: Good or Bad Idea?

I admit that I am probably the last to know about Elf on the shelf. I actually learned about this fairly new tradition last year. According to some moms I spoke with, the Santa’s little helper saves Christmas in their household every year. But is it a good or bad idea to introduce it to your kids?…

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Curly Hairstyle of the Week: Holiday Hairstyles for Naturally Curly Hair

Now that the holiday season is upon us, why not come up with festive holiday hairstyles to match your little girl’s festive dress. For our Curly Hairstyle of the Week, Princess and I came up with a cute flat twist and bun combo that complemented her naturally curly hair. Curly Hairstyle of the Week: Holiday…

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Unusual Toys for Toddlers

My kids have too many toys to count. Princess still likes dolls, but she’s mostly into games similar to slot online, and crafts these days. As for her little brother, he prefers unusual toys. Most days you’ll find O with his cars and trucks. In fact, he loves his toys so much that he never…

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At What Age Should a Child Move From Crib to Bed?

I’m not sure that there is a specific age to transition a child from crib to bed. While most children make the switch sometime between ages 1 1/2 and 3 1/2, I think it all boils down to the individual child. According to BabyCenter, it’s probably best to wait closer to 3-years-old to move a…

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Challenges of Training for a Half Marathon

There are many challenges of training for a half marathon. It’s been a few weeks and I’ve already had some minor set backs. But despite those hiccups, I’ve been able to soldier on. For starters, I was called in to work the early shift the other day just as I was getting ready to run…

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