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Date Nights: How To Keep the Romance Alive

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by RAKI WRIGHT

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Putting your relationship with your spouse first is a smart investment in your marriage.  Date nights keep it fun. I need time away from the kids to recharge and remember those carefree days I had BC (Before Children).  I know many couples who have been married for 15 years or more.  Some say their secret is putting each other ...

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Filed Under: Family Tagged With: 31 Days, Date Night, Marriage, Marriage Advice, Romance

Everything You Need to Know About Childcare — But are Afraid to Ask

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by RAKI WRIGHT

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Many working moms are in search of childcare offered during the full work day and don't require half of their weekly take home pay.  With a little research and an open mind, you can find a solution.  For most of the time I have been a working mom, I have worked full-time during the day.  During this 11-year period, I have relied on many ...

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How to Find Quality Time with the Kids

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by RAKI WRIGHT

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Hosting a weekly family game night is a great way for working moms to spend quality time with the kids. It's hard to have the energy to play with the kids when you get home from a long day of work. My 10 year old son doesn't typically want to "sit down and play" with me. He'd much rather watch Minecraft videos on Youtube, play games on the XBOX, ...

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Filed Under: Family Tagged With: 31 Days, Game Night

Looking for Birthday Card Ideas?

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by RAKI WRIGHT

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Paper Themes provides many birthday card ideas on their easy to use website. Images Courtesy Paper Themes Disclosure: I received five greeting cards to review.   No other compensation was given.   All opinions are my own, based on my experience with the product(s). You know I believe you should celebrate your ...

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Divorce Rates in the U.S. (& How to Beat the Odds)

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by RAKI WRIGHT

Statistics tell us that marriage is doomed in the U.S.  Here are some stats you should be aware of. ...

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Filed Under: Family Tagged With: Divorce, Infographic, Marriage, Marriage Advice

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Welcome! I'm Raki. I am a working mom of 2 (22-year old son and 15-year old daughter). I share tips to balance work, family, and make time for you. More...

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