June 16, 2011 
I know it might seem crazy because most kids don’t even know what their own bodies are doing.
New research from UCLA’s Memory and Aging Research Center suggests that our children’s technical abilities are changing the structure of their brain... continue reading...
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Call of Duty,
Carol Kinsey Goman,
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The Silent Language of Leaders How Body Language Can Help or Hurt How You Lead May 30, 2011 
Today, May 30, 1868, was the first wide observation of Memorial Day but why? So summer could start? So we could have a barbeque and go on vacation?
My grandmother used to call it by its original name – Decoration Day, because that’s the day you decorate the graves of fam... continue reading...
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The Korean War,
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William Bennett,
world war i,
world war ii May 17, 2011 
As I wrote yesterday, I just got back from a trip to Afghanistan that was absolutely fascinating. While I was there for just a short time and would never claim to be an expert, I did see a few things that I thought were interesting about the beautiful children we were around... continue reading...
Tags: Afghan,
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united states May 16, 2011 
I just returned from a trip to Afghanistan. Right, most people gasped when I told them I was going there – why? It’s so dangerous! It’s a lost cause! Who would voluntarily go there?
Well, me, my husband and several other friends. And I’m here to tel... continue reading...
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If you were among the 2 billion souls who tuned in to the royal ceremony today for the marriage of Prince William and the “commoner” Kate Middleton, you may already know all of their new titles. Not only did Middleton become what many will call “a princess”... continue reading...
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Strathearn April 21, 2011 
My kids think today is Monday Thursday, which makes no sense. We know it’s Maundy Thursday of Holy Week but that still doesn’t make a ton of sense either. What does it mean?
According to www.christianity.com today was originally called Mandatum Thursday which means ... continue reading...
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www.christianity.com April 3, 2011 
Jack Black was at it again, with a short do, dancing, singing and LOTS of slime! Nickelodeon’s annual Kids Choice Awards were televised last night on Nick (of course).
With lots of antics, songs, surprises and fun, the night was a blast for everyone. The festivities... continue reading...
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Sponge Bob Squarepants,
The Karate Kid,
The Suite Life on Deck,
The Wizards of Waverly Place,
Victoria Justice,
Willow Smith March 26, 2011 
We often glorify anger in our culture and society.
Look at Charlie Sheen. His bizarre internet rants at his (now former) CBS bosses has landed him a nationwide sold-out tour. While some might argue anger is but a small part of what fuels his behavior, nonetheless, he’s angry.... continue reading...
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Should 12-year-old girls wear make-up?
Should an 8-year-old have a phone?
Should a 17-year-old girl be allowed to sleep over with her boyfriend?
These are interesting conundrums moms face. Should we be the “cool” mom and let these kinds of th... continue reading...
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Why Do We Let Them Dress like That,
You're Grounded Forever...but First Let's Go Shopping March 10, 2011 
Soccer practice, ballet, make dinner, clean the house, pick up the dry cleaning, do the grocery shopping, make lunches, go to bed – anything on that list you actually wanted to do (besides go to bed)?
So many times, as moms, we give up the... continue reading...
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Mom's Night Out: Even Inmates Get Time Off For Good Behavior,
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