parenting

Teachers: it takes a village and you must communicate

by Julie Meyers Pron September 21, 2011

It’s really hard to be a teacher and a parent. It’s like a curse because it’s so easy to judge and think “I could do this so much better.” I struggled with this all last year, when Big was in first grade. I posted very little of my frustrations. And I plan to post very [...]

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Are all adults this skilled at taking advantage of children?

by Julie Meyers Pron August 13, 2011

It happens one morning each summer. One of the kids wakes us early on a Saturday, dressed, pepped and ready: It’s Neighborhood Garage Sale Day! This year, it was Middle who was prepared. He had collected old toys and clothing in boxes and on Friday night placed them all by the door. We put him [...]

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Have I lost my name?

by Julie Meyers Pron July 13, 2011

My husband and I have always loved picnicking. It’s a great money saver, rather than going out for every meal during summer and better than paying for entertainment. Nearly every park or open space we’ve ever found, and everyone we’ve frequented, is free of charge. As I made the sandwiches for a weekly picnic, I [...]

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Exclusive interview with Dara Torres at the Get Rejuvenation party

by Julie Meyers Pron June 22, 2011

While at Sleep Innovations‘ Get Rejuvenation party last month during SheCon, I was offered an exclusive interview with Olympic Medalist, swimming sensation and fantastic mom, Dara Torres, who is the spokesperson for the Get Rejuvenation pillow. I am so impressed: Dara’s a natural, honest, beautiful woman and a real mom who is absolutely dedicated to her [...]

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How a regular mom of 3 gets organized

by Julie Meyers Pron January 5, 2011

UPDATE! 35% Off all momAgenda Desktops at momAgenda.com! Monday, I posted that my calendar is back up on my fridge and was reminded, in a few emails and tweets, that not everyone knows my organization system. Its the new year. Raise your hand if “getting organized” is on your resolution list. It was certainly one [...]

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Week of a million giveaways!

by Julie Meyers Pron December 14, 2010

In our family we have what we call the Janie-filter. Janie is for my very sweet mom who uses artist’s license to elaborate her stories. According to my husband, the Janie-filter has trickled down. To me. Therefore, please filter this title. This is not the week of a million giveaways. Especially because its already Tuesday. [...]