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Could you use some stress management?
Holidays, finals approaching, the job market, the last of this stubborn winter, money woes, traffic...
There never seems to be a shortage of reasons to be stressed, but luckily, University of Florida is offering a free, seven-part series in stress management that you can access here. There's ...
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Whether you have big kids, little kids or both, you've probably noticed that there is a significant amount of "gear" they need wherever they go. The constant schlepping of diaper bags, backpacks, sports bags, etc. can create a hectic scene when you're trying to get out the door. So why not make it easier on yourself and start ...
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Do you need to work on an assignment and don't want to plop your kids down in front of the TV yet again? Are you feeling guilty that you haven't had a lot of time to read to your children lately? Well audiobooks and books on tape may be perfect solutions. Here are some suggestions:iTunes doesn't just have the latest songs; they also ...
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Quick and Easy Holiday Clean-upList all new items entering your house.You probably have a pretty good idea of the gifts your family members will be receiving. Make a list of all these items. Don't forget to include clothes, shoes, toys, books, electronics, household items, etc. Also consider any items you may be picking up at post-holiday ...
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Hi All!
Andria from eLearners, here! I read a cool article today about a scholarship program Western Governors University is running. It'll be of special interest to those that have been bitten by the teaching bug and are looking to get certified to teach math or science or are already certified, but want to work toward a master's ...
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The leaves are already starting to fall so it's time to think about the cheap fun your kids can have with them. You may have to think back to when you were a kid, but do you remember:Making a house outline with leaves? This takes a little bit of time and is best when there isn't much wind to blow the house away. Kids can drop leaves to ...
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According to an article in The Record, a Northern New Jersey based newspaper, more than 20% of traditional college students are taking at least one course online, convenience cited as the key advantage. And while some professors still resist, many have embraced online education as, simply, a “different [way] of learning.” They’re ...
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Most people have heard that it's cheaper to pack a lunch than dining out or eating in a cafeteria. Below are a few suggestions to make sure your efforts result in big savings:Use a washable beverage bottle instead of using bottled water in disposable containers. Using an insulated kind can help keep your drinks cold and more money in your ...
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Hopefully everyone is adjusting to the new back-to-school schedule (for adults and kids!). With the addition of homework and running around for extra-curricular activities, the dinner hour may be getting more and more stressful. One thing that has worked for us is eating dinner as soon as the kids get home from school. Here are the benefits:The ...
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Has someone in your family ever taken a phone message for you and then immediately lost the post-it, leaving you in lurch?
Well simple solutions that work for businesses are great for busy families too. For under $10 you can purchase a telephone message book that allows one copy of the message to be torn off and given to the intended receiver and ...
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Due to rising fuel costs, grocery budgets aren't stretching as far as they used to. It seems that EVERYTHING is more expensive and milk is no exception. So here is a little secret to help you save money on milk: use powdered milk when possible.
To older generations this is not a secret, it is just something they routinely used, but somehow ...
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Do you struggle with updating the various planners and calendars your family uses? Do you write out a grocery list only to realize once you get to the store that you forgot it? Then Cozi can help.
What is Cozi? Their Web site describes it as:
"Designed especially for busy families, Cozi is a FREE Web service that helps you manage your ...
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It's back to school time and that means getting bombarded every month or so with fundraisers. I understand the fundraising needs of schools and clubs. With the constant school budget constraints it seems funding for "extras" isn't available and it's up to the parents to make up the difference. Participating in fundraisers may ...
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Holiday Planning…what!?! We're still walking around with sand in our shoes. How can we even begin to think about the holidays? Well, if you think about it just a little right now you won't be stressing out in December.
You've got to love the Internet and all of its endless (and free) examples of our lives being made easier. ...
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Welcome to For Busy Parents, a new feature in the News blog brought to you by eLearners.com!
This blog was created to offer adults helpful suggestions for managing the busyness of life. Some of what you'll find includes:* money-saving tips* time-management solutions* practical parenting advice* home-management ideas* quick and easy recipes* ...
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