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Pull out the tissues: In honor of Memorial Day, we’ve rounded up the most amazing surprise soldier homecoming videos. From tearful daddy-daughter reunions to the best Christmas present ever, these videos drive home the sacrifices military families make each day. Check out our 9 favorites below. Read more from source:“ivillage.com”

Pull out the tissues: In honor of Memorial Day, we’ve rounded up the most amazing surprise soldier homecoming videos. From tearful daddy-daughter reunions to the best Christmas present ever, these videos drive home the sacrifices military families make each day. Check out our 9 favorites below. Read more from source:“ivillage.com”

by Betsy Shaw posted in Mom Stories Did you hear that big, heaving, world-weary sigh? The news that Disney is giving Merida–tough girl heroine of the movie Brave– a “makeover” makes me both sick and tired. My kids love Merida. I love Merida. What’s not to love? She’s spunky. She’s chubby cheeked. ...

by Leah Speer posted in Mom Stories I’m a sucker for a good story of a mom who uses her talent for the good of other moms. Two weeks ago when I was in Hendersonville, North Carolina, I met the sweetest, most fun woman!  We hit it off over Thai food, and later, an IPA [...]

by Betsy Shaw posted in Mom Stories The fear of being that family with the inconsolable kid on an airplane is real. Equally real is the temptation to take proactive steps to avoid being that family. Some people swear by the use of antihistamines, Benadryl or some such over-the-counter medication with a sedating effect, to [...]

by Joyce Slaton posted in Mom Stories I wake up to Violet frantically poking me. “What? What? Are you sick? What’s wrong?” “Mom! It’s Easter! And the Bunny forgot to bring my basket!” Oh, oy. I’m just terrible with the stuff that has to be done at night after she falls asleep. Last night she [...]

Image:  Photo by: workingmother.com Editor bead bunnies crop Photo by: workingmother.com Editor Sweet Topiary Topiaries bring spring colors into your home. This simply sweet craft is fun for kids and will brighten up your seasonal table or party display. Photo by: workingmother.com Editor Welcome Umbrella This is a fresh and adorable way ...

by Joyce Slaton posted in Mom Stories I work the lunches at my daughter’s school, and every day, I read your kids’ lunch notes “Jackson, your dad wrote you a note! Do you want me to read it?” Jackson grins shyly. “I know what it says already. It says Jackson, have fun at soccer, I [...]

by Amy Graff posted in Mom Stories When I was first pregnant 10 years ago and people asked whether I wanted a boy or a girl, I always responded that I wanted a healthy baby. I gave the same response when I got pregnant a year and a half later. I was telling the truth. [...]

by Leah Speer posted in Mom Stories “I think music in itself is healing. It’s an explosive expression of humanity. It’s something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we’re from, everyone loves music.” –Billy Joel Music means so much to us. It has the power to change a mood. To recall events [...]