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Thanks for visiting Simple Mom. If you subscribe to the blog via RSS feed or via email, you’ll get helpful tips and encouragement for simplifying life at home sent straight to you, for free!Written by kids columnist Megan Tietz of Sorta Crunchy. It is summertime, and the livin’ is easy . . . until you [...]
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I’m on maternity leave from June 11 to July 16: The following is a guest post from Simple Kids contributor Megan Tietz of Sorta Crunchy, and it was originally published on July 8, 2009. The summer months offer families a time to get away, enjoy a change in scenery, and breathe some fresh air. Whether [...]
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Written by kids columnist Megan Tietz of Sorta Crunchy. As the summer season kicks into high gear, families are making plans, packing bags, and hitting the road for a time-honored tradition – the family road trip. A few years ago, we bought a portable DVD player to keep our kids entertained while we traveled. And [...]
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Our family calendar has only been open to May for a few days, and already the sprawling weeks ahead of us are filling up with plans, trips, and activities. With its long days and lovely weather, summer invites us to escape the walls of our homes and get out and about in our communities. I [...]
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In cultures around the world, celebrations of special occasions are opportunities for gift giving. For those of us who want to encourage our children to live simply, these occasions often invite feelings of frustration when well-meaning family and friends bombard our children with gifts that are either excessive in quantity or questionable in quality. Families [...]
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In just a few days, February 14th will turn on our calendars once again. In many parts of the world, this means it’s time to think about celebrating Valentine’s Day. I realize there are quite a few people staunchly opposed to this “Hallmark holiday.” It seems to have been created exclusively by retailers looking to [...]
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I’m currently flying internationally with my family, so you’ll be treated to a few guest posts this next week, along with the usual Wednesday columnist. First up is my friend Megan from Sorta Crunchy. Enjoy! There are days when this parenting gig is the best one on the planet. Giggles come easily, hugs are plentiful, [...]
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