aliciadamico
Jul 14, 2011
Pre-planning
Budget – Decide how much do you want to spend? Stick with the number you choose. If you overspend, your focus will now be on how much you spent for something rather than just enjoying the moment
Talk to your child first – instead of running with your great idea, what does your...
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HVP - As your parenting magazine, we look to you to share your experiences and we will pass the information around.
Nov 16, 2011
(Guest blogger, Laura Pink)
Yes, I am one of those moms. You know the ones that I am talking about – the ones that always have their phone in their hand. I admit, it’s like an extension of me. The few times that I have forgotten it, I felt like part of me was missing
When I got my first smart...
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Jennifer Colucci
Feb 15, 2012
We are all guilty of it. Maybe you were out to dinner with your husband or one of your girlfriends in the PK (pre-kids) Era, and at the table next to you, there was a mom letting her two-year old smash Cheerios into the carpet underneath the table. The mom was seemingly oblivious, talking to her hu...
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jeremiah21
Jul 11, 2011
With Roscoe, New York recently named fishing town USA, there has been a tremendous amount of buzz about the quaint little town. Visited and talked about by anglers and non-anglers alike, the town couldn’t be situated in a more beautiful, scenic, and wildlife abundant area. Nestled in the Catskill...
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mjblogz - Editor of Hudson Valley Parent. Wife, mother of two teenagers and, just like you, I am trying to figure out all this parenting stuff.
Feb 21, 2012
A few months back I announced that my daughter had chosen where she wanted to go on her 11th grade trip, the trip I give my daughters before they go off into the world, and the opportunity of international travel may not be so available. My oldest chose Paris, with a ride through the chunnel to Lon...
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retaildiva101
Jun 1, 2011
I was so excited when we received the Wonderfile at our office. I knew this was what I needed to keep my papers in order. I live alone so the issue is not that I have to keep things from a husband or children, but I have to keep things away from my cats!! Actually one cat in particular – Lily. When ...
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roannereads - I love to read and go to concerts. My baby is no baby anymore, but I think parenting is the most important job on earth. I enjoy performing and networking about the arts.
Jan 27, 2011
Picture two back to back grand pianos on the concert stage. A narrator begins to tell a story of the Royal March of the Lion, Hens and Roosters, Quick Animals, Tortoises, The Elephant, Aviary and Fossils, The Swan and more. Two seasoned pianists in magical communion, Ruthanne Schempf and Ada Margo...
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Stephanie - Stephanie is a mom of two, psychologist, and was born and raised in the Hudson Valley. She uses her knowledge of nutrition, healthy eating, and love of cooking to make dinner healthier, faster, and more adventurous.
Feb 18, 2012
Valentine’s Day has past, but I wanted to share what we had on our table that morning. These pancakes are quick to make, very tasty, and would be cute in any shape. Surprise your family with a little love at breakfast for dinner sometime, or tuck this idea into your memory for next year.
Buc...
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Tenise Wall, LMSW
Aug 11, 2011
Where did summer go? In just a few short weeks, buses will be en route, children will be anticipating that first day, and parents will be gathering all of those needed school supplies. So what’s the best way to prepare your children for that first day of school?
Children going into kin...
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terrietalk - Terrie Goldstein loves tackling the tough issues that affect all of us.She is the publisher of Hudson Valley Parent and Hudson Valley Life magazines.
Jan 24, 2012
On Hudson Valley Parent’s website, you will find some great party ideas. But handling 15 kids for an afternoon was never my cup of tea. (I apologize to all you super moms who love the thrill of a great party.)
As you read my story, you may have a story of your own you would like to share.
I remember...
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WhatLeslieLikes - Leslie is a mom of four kids and she loves experimenting with new products.
Feb 2, 2012
Usually I write about coupons. Not today. Something happened at my house yesterday and you moms need to know about this stuff. I know a lot of our readers out there have younger kids. For those of you with kids in the middle schools, I have something to tell you. I overheard my son last night (he...
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