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Ideal Cars for First-Time Teen Drivers

Ideal Cars for First-Time Teen Drivers

by Shadra Bruce | Let's Talk, Teens and Tweens

Getting Real With Shadra Bruce Is there an ideal car for a teenager? Dave and I started having this argument around the time our oldest indicated the slightest interest in being behind the wheel. The thought of teen drivers (mine or yours) on the road gives me more...
Building Childhood Memories One Generation at a Time

Building Childhood Memories One Generation at a Time

by Shadra Bruce | Making Memories, Parenting

Getting Real With Shadra Bruce We have two generations of kids in our home. Our oldest three are in their 20s, and while last year we were lucky enough to have everyone home for Christmas, that’s not always a possibility. This year, Derek will be at tech school...
Parent Tips: Balancing Sports, Homework and Family?

Parent Tips: Balancing Sports, Homework and Family?

by Shadra Bruce | Creating Balance, Let's Talk

Getting Real With Shadra Bruce We learned the hard way that the worst thing to do is allow our kids to be over-involved in extra-curricular activities. We place a strong emphasis on academics and stand firm even when needled, bribed, or begged. Homework comes first....
Women’s Health: The Smoking Risk

Women’s Health: The Smoking Risk

by Shadra Bruce | Let's Talk, Self-Improvement

Getting Real With Shadra Bruce Women who are experiencing symptoms of menopause or perimenopause and have decreased estrogen production face increases in their risk of developing major diseases like osteoporosis, heart disease, and cancer. Smoking exacerbates the risk...
7 Creative Kid-Favorite Halloween Recipes

7 Creative Kid-Favorite Halloween Recipes

by Shadra Bruce | Let's Talk, Parenting

Getting Real With Shadra Bruce As moms, part of the fun of Halloween is helping your children enjoy it. This means finding costumes, taking them trick-or-treating for candy, and bringing the best Halloween-themed foods to the school party! Here are some great ideas...
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