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Birthday Party Ideas for Your Dog

He is your best friend and a member of your family. He deserves a fabulous soiree for his birthday just as much as anyone else in your life. On his birthday, you can have a get-together with both his people and canine buddies. Treat him to a memorable party that is safe and fun for everyone.

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Popular Colors for Kids’ Rooms

It is always fun to decorate a kid’s room. You can choose a theme out of story book or out of a favorite cartoon show. With a kid’s room, yours and your child’s imagination are the only limits. One of the first things you do when decorating a child’s room is picking out the colors to use. Many colors are available to you–anything from softer pastel hues to vibrant jewel tones. Whatever color you choose, make sure that it is something your child will enjoy.

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How to Choose a Dog for Kids

Kids and dogs often form a strong bond, but there are several considerations before running off to pick up your new puppy. Choosing a pup that matches your family’s needs increases the chances of the new pet working out long-term. The type of dog also affects safety, both for your kids and the dog. A tiny dog with rough children could get injured, while a large, aggressive dog could harm your child. Here are eight factors to consider when shopping for a puppy!

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Raising our kids, then setting them free

Today my daughters senior photo proofs arrived. This is my baby the youngest of my three daughters, now a high school senior.She looks grown up and so mature. She is 18, after all. But in my mind, shes still the baby I never imagined Id have; the one that surprised us both.

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Anne Heche: Motherhood "Calmer" Second Time Around

Despite Anne Heche’s full-time career as an actress, she describes motherhood as “calmer” the second time around. Heche, 40, works full time on the series Hung and she’s a mom to two boys, Homer, 7 and Atlas, 4 1/2 months. An actor’s strike gave her the opportunity to slow down and enjoy her pregnancy with her second child, but the relaxation didn’t last long. Just 8 days after the birth of Atlas, Heche went back to work.