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Top Stories: ➊ – Experience Lakehill at an Upcoming Coffee (Monday), ➋ – Dallas ISD discusses a revamp to attract more private money for district expenses (Tuesday), ➌ – Why Self-Control Is So Hard For Kids (Tuesday), ➍ – McCall Idaho, Summer Vacation (Monday), ➎ – Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s Christmas Season is Here! (Monday)

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Christmas Eve Box Holiday Tradition

Kids Activities Blog 12/9 9:00A Arena

This Christmas Eve Box Holiday Tradition may just be my favorite holiday tradition for kids. It is something that my family used to do when I was growing up, and I ve continued to do it with my kids!...

Foil Snowflake Craft for Kids

Kids Activities Blog 12/9 6:00A Melissa

In this post, learn how to set up a gorgeous Foil Snowflake Craft for Kids , perfect for home, school, or daycare settings. Foil Snowflake Craft for Kids Kids of all ages will enjoy making easy and...

Turn Kids’ Artwork into a Christmas Ornament

Kids Activities Blog 12/9 4:00A Arena

This holiday season, turn kids’ artwork into a Christmas ornament for the perfect gift. These customized keepsakes make great gifts for grandparents, aunts and uncles, and even teachers! How To Turn...

Simplifying Your Holiday Season to Reduce Stress

Kids Activities Blog 12/9 12:00A Kristen Yard

This time of year can be overwhelming so simplifying your holiday season in order to reduce stress should be everyone s method for enjoying the season with your family a...

22 Creative Money Gift Ideas

Kids Activities Blog 12/8 9:00A Kristen Yard

Do you have a kiddo or friend who is saving up their money for something special?? And you want to give them a money gift this year, but are looking for a way to make it more personal? We have a whole...

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Lakehill Competition Theatre Team Advances in Initial Tournament

In the Loop Kids (Education) 12/7 9:22A Gigi Ekstrom

On December 1, the Middle School Competition Theatre class at Lakehill Preparatory School attended the Warriors Wild Thing Tournament at South Grand Prairie High School. Two Lakehill students...

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Celebrating Grandparents

In the Loop Kids (Education) 11/30 11:18A Gigi Ekstrom

Lakehill Preparatory School celebrated Grandparents Day on November 18. Always a popular event for students and staff, the activities are scheduled prior to the long Thanksgiving holiday, so that...

Alcuin School Hosts Grandparents and Special Friends Day

In the Loop Kids (Education) 11/29 9:13A Alcuin School

Event draws record attendance and helps boost annual Book Fair sales Alcuin School, a leader in Montessori and International Baccalaureate® education, had a lot to be grateful for this season as it...

A surprising number of elite athletes faced childhood trauma

DMN Education Front Blog 12/8 7:00P Veronica Allan

Dallas ISD discusses a revamp to attract more private money for district expenses

DMN Education Front Blog 12/3 11:30P Eva-Marie Ayala

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Mini Turtle Cheesecakes by The Pioneer Woman

Confessions of a Pioneer Woman - Cooking 11/28 2:16A The Pioneer Woman

I love cheesecake, but sometimes I can t be bothered to make a big, honking full-sized one. I don t know what the mental block is, but if I have the idea Hey! I think I ll make a cheesecake! I...

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First Native American woman in Congress has local ties

Dallas Single Mom 12/9 12:33P Google Alert - single mom

Dallas Single Mom Davids was raised by a single mother who served in the military. My mom joined the Army, so I also grew up an Army brat, and that s how we ended The post...

Top 10 Stay At Home Date Ideas

Dallas Single Mom 12/8 6:21A Teia Collier

Dallas Single Mom This is a guest post by Lisa McNair and Team. Every couple has had moments when they desire to spend their precious time indoors. Besides, going out on a date every weekend will at...

Christmas Tree Hands-On Multiplication Activity

Frugal Fun For Boys 12/7 5:05P Sarah

Here s a fun math activity that will help kids learn the concept of multiplication in a hands-on way. (If you re looking for multiplication fact practice, I have some...

Single Moms: The 3 Dating and Sex Myths Debunked

Dallas Single Mom 12/7 10:47A Teia Collier

Dallas Single Mom This piece is written in collaboration with our friends at Hers. It’s challenging enough to keep up with the demands of motherhood, let alone endure inevitable criticism about your...

First Drive: F-150 Power Stroke Diesel King Ranch Edition

Dallas Single Mom 12/7 6:50A Teia Collier

Dallas Single Mom Thanks to the Ford Team for providing a Media Loaner for the purposes of this review. ~ TBC If you are looking for a truck with all the bells and whistles, rather stunning, luxurious...

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Recipe: ENVY™ Apple Churro Cheesecake (+ Enter Sweepstakes)

My Crazy Savings 12/6 6:52A Courtney Solstad

I have partnered with Central Market and Envy Apples to bring you this sponsored post. I hope you enjoy this recipe. You are going to LOVE this recipe for ENVY™ Apple Churro...

2018 Holiday Gift Guide

My Crazy Savings 12/6 6:10A Courtney Solstad

I have pulled together my favorite items for this gift guide! Some are items that I have reviewed this year, some are items I personally own! I hope you find this helpful!...

Tips from a Busy Mom on keeping your Van Clean

My Crazy Savings 11/30 6:45P Courtney Solstad

I have four kids and have found that it feels almost impossible to keep my van clean. When we first got our van, I said I would not allow my kids to eat or drink in it,...

Prepare Your Vehicle for Winter

My Crazy Savings 11/30 6:35P Courtney Solstad

Now is the time to prepare your vehicle for winter weather! It s coming quickly! Here are a few of the things that I like to do to make sure that my vehicle is ready for the...

10% off Service or Parts Coupon

My Crazy Savings 11/30 6:24P Courtney Solstad

Does your vehicle need service work or do you need to order some parts to be replaced? Don t pay full price! You can save 10% off service or parts at Steve Jones Chrysler! I...

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Candy Cane Playdough.

The Wiegands 12/7 2:10A CaseyWiegand

This Playdough pictured was made for us by a friend and includes Peppermint Oil! It smells SO. D R E A M Y! And it is super easy to make!! This is the recipe that I have followed in the past: All you...

All Things Fall.

The Wiegands 12/1 12:14A CaseyWiegand

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McCall Idaho, Summer Vacation

Crafty Texas Girls 12/2 9:30P Samantha Conner

It s time for another travel post! For most of us, the weather is cold and dreary. So let s travel back in time to summer. Let s travel back to our August trip to McCall, Idaho. Come with me and see...