Lifestyle & Trends - Family Living

Simple ways to make dinner at home a special night

Dining at home has many advantages, from saving money to affording family members more time together. But it's easy for those at-home meals to become routine and boring - unless you take some simple steps to make dinner time a special time for everyone.

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Time to reboot your morning routine

The beginning of the new school year means busy mornings for both mom and the kids. We rush out of bed, shower and get dressed, wake up the kids and give them breakfast, and make sure they catch the bus on time. The routine may be chaotic, but it gets both you and the kids on track and helps you stay on schedule for the rest of the day.

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What's in store at your supermarket: Top 10 food trends for 2012

Last year's high grocery prices had many Americans looking for ways to save at the supermarket. The upswing in prices over the past 12 months may have you wondering what will happen this year at your local grocery store. Here are 10 trends to watch in 2012.

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Warm up to cool-weather vacationing with these tips

Cooler weather doesn't mean your outdoor fun has to cool off too. Plenty of travel destinations, especially those in southern states, offer temperate climates and ample opportunities for outdoor enjoyment throughout fall and into winter.

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Talking to your kids about war, conflict and tragedy

From the deaths of dictators, terrorists and world-changing CEOs, to the devastation of earthquakes, Middle East revolts and global economic crisis, 2011 was a year wrought with war, conflict and tragedy. And while we as adults struggle to find meaning and understanding in such events, as parents, we are sometimes left struggling to answer those same questions for our children. The key is to listen to your children's concerns and to provide realistic assurance.

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