Chrissie Klinger
I am an energetic and enthusiastic wife and mother of two. I enjoy being a parent, volunteering, cooking, hiking, kayaking, traveling, and watching ice hockey games.
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Under $50 Tech Gift Ideas for MothersAre you looking for a great tech gift for your mother? These gifts are perfect for mothers of all ages and they won't break your wallet!
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The secret to winning your next parenting battleAs a parent you go through many battles and some are worse than others.The secret to winning your next battle might be easier than you think.
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10 Reasons to Get Your Kids into Youth SportsAlthough youth sports programs are great for keeping kids healthy, there are a lot of other reasons to get your kids into youth sports at an early age.
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Could Getting Rid of All Your Credit Cards Hurt You?Many people want to pay of their credit card debt, but could closing all those accounts hurt you or your credit score? -
Look sweeter than candy this Easter for under $50Why let the little girls have all the fun? You can turn heads too this Easter in a new colorful dress.
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Could a Smoothie Fast Be Right for You?Whether you want to lose a few pounds or just help your body overcome all the junk food you have been eating, a smoothie fast might be for you.
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How to Prepare Spiritually for the Easter HolidayMany people know John 3:16 and often recite it during the Easter holiday, but what about verses from the other books of the Gospel? Here are some other lesser known verses that can help you prepare spiritually for the Easter holiday.
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Will PepsiCo Get Away with Charging "Sin Tax" on Their Employees?Is PepsiCo promoting a healthy workforce or just being hypocritical? The soda company is trying to impose a $50 fee on employees with obesity related conditions while at the same time spending millions to fight Congress on obesity related taxes.
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Teen Exercise Ideas for Teens That Don't Like to ExerciseSo many teens are addicted to technology and don't want to exercise and keep active. These exercise ideas can be enjoyed by even the laziest teens. -
How to Leave the Workforce for a Few Years and Not Regret ItWhether you want to be a stay at home mom for a few years or just want to take a year off to travel, walking away from your job is easier than you think. Here are some tips on how you can afford to say, "I quit!" and never look back.
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Harmless April Fool's Pranks for TeachersStudents may like to plan April Fool's Day pranks, but teachers can get in on the fun as well. Here are a few harmless pranks that everyone in the classroom will love. -
How to Tell If You Are Ready to Take the GED Test?How do you know if you are ready to take the GED test or not? By asking yourself these five questions you will know for sure if you are ready.
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Grow Your Own Food for a Money-Saving HobbyMany people have hobbies, but usually those hobbies cost money. I have a spring hobby that I love to do and it saves me money.
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The Benefits of Owning an Energy Efficient Washer and DryerSaving money on your energy costs are the main reason why people buy energy efficient washer and dryers. There are many other reasons why owning these types of appliances are a good idea.
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What Parents Need to Know About Raising Generation Z ChildrenChildren born between 1995-2012 are considered Generation Z. What do parents need to know about this generation? How do they differ from Generations Y and X?
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What the Nook Color Offers That Many Tablets Don'tThe Nook Color has many of the same features as tablets but it offers something that many of them do not. Here's why I think the Nook Color is a better option.
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How to Deal with Losing Your Mother at a Young AgeLosing a mother at any age can be difficult, but I never realized how much I needed my mother's advice until she was no longer there to give it.
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Irish Eyes Will Be Smiling at the New York City St. Patrick's Day ParadeFor over 250 years New York has hosted one of the biggest St. Patrick's Day Parades in the country. Find out how you can be a part of this year's festivities. -
Ways to Celebrate Women's History Month with Your Daughter in PhiladelphiaMarch is National Women's History Month and it is a great time to plan a day out with your daughter to celebrate the women that have helped bring us to where we are today. -
Five Fun Ways to Study Basic Math FactsThese five study techniques will help your child learn their basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division facts while having fun doing it. -
Five Ways Working Parents Can Still Get Involved in School ActivitiesMany parents want to be involved in their child's school activities but it is hard if you work full-time. Here are five ways you can help get working parents involved at your school.
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Irish Pubs in Pittsburgh Are the Place to Party This St. Patrick's DayPittsburgh offers several fine Irish pubs for real Irishmen and those who act Irish just for St. Patrick's Day. These three pubs are the best of what Pittsburgh, PA has to offer.
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Three Ways to Make Parenting Easier at Any AgeParenting is not easy, it is hard work. If someone thinks parenting is easy they are either not doing it right or not doing it at all. Although it is hard work, I have some tips that will make it a little easier.
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Five Fun Ways to Study Spelling WordsStudying spelling words can be fun if you use different learning styles to learn new words.
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Three Ways to Keep Your Child HealthyWhen children get sick everyone in the family suffers; time off of work, loss of sleep, missed school days. Here are three ways you can keep your child healthy.
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Is 14-Pound Baby Doomed to Be Obese His Whole Life?An Iowa woman recently gave birth to a baby that weighed almost fourteen pounds. What are the chances he will be obese his whole life?
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Choreology:The Study of How to Get Your Kids to Do Their Chores Without Going Nuts!Many times parents give up on making their child do chores because it becomes more work than it's worth. Here are some tips on how to successfully get your child started on chores at any age.
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How 20 Minutes and $20 Can Help You Lose 20 PoundsLosing weight doesn't have to be expensive or time consuming. I lost 20 pounds and it only cost me $20 and 20 minutes a day.
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How We Survived a Layoff and a $10,000 Salary ReductionIn 2011 my husband's company gave everyone a pay cut to avoid layoffs and then several months later I got laid off from my job. We had to find creative ways to deal with the loss of over $10,000 in our yearly income.
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Why the USDA School Lunch Rules Will FailThe USDA has finalized new rules that will take effect next school year. The new rules are an attempt to make school lunches healthier but their are several reasons why this will fail.
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How Technology is Helping Kids Be More ActiveMany people have blamed technology for helping to create lazy obese children. However, technology may actually be the key to making kids more active than ever before.
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Should You Let Your Teen Drink Coffee?More and more teenagers are seen drinking coffee in coffee shops and in homes. Is letting your teen drink coffee a bad idea or the right thing to do?
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Three Romantic Getaways in Eastern PennsylvaniaOn Valentine's Day and anniversaries many people are looking for a place to get away and be romantic with the one they love. These three Bed and Breakfasts in Eastern Pennsylvania might be just the place to take your one true love.
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Overcoming: A Short Story Based on an ImageAfter a romantic dinner, Emma finds herself having to overcome a fear that has been holding her back from a happy future.
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My Biggest Parenting Dilemma: When to Allow My Child to Have a Cell PhoneAs parents, sooner or later you hear your child tell you they want a cell phone. So when is the right time to let your child have a cell phone?
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How to Prepare for the Battle of Your Life: Raising TeenagersDo you have a plan for surviving the teenage years? As a parent of a pre-teen, I have three simple strategies that could help you survive the battle of your life!
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5 Healthy Weeknight Dinners You Can Eat on the GoIf you are like most American families you are always on the go. Don’t let the on-the-run lifestyle get in the way of eating healthy. Try this weekday dinner menu for on the go families.
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Skip the BIG Vacation and Go for Several Mini-Vacations Instead!As you look to start planning a family vacation for 2012, consider several mini-vacations instead of one big week away.
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Help Your Kids Stay Healthy While Watching TelevisionThere are several ways your child can move and exercise while watching television. Implement just one of these today and your kids could be on their way to living a healthy and fun lifestyle.
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Five Great Places to Take Your Kids While in New York CityOnly have a day to spend in New York City with your kids? Here are some places you DON’T want to miss!
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Set for a New Year or New Failure? How to Be Successful and Happy in 2012Are you looking for a way to actually keep your 2012 New Year’s Resolution longer than a few weeks? By combining a typical resolution with commitment to help others you just might find that those resolutions are a little harder to break!
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My 1999 Mazda Protégé: A Surprising Car that Lets You Drive Past Gas Stations and Garages with a Smile!Looking for an incredible vehicle that never breaks down, consistently gets over thirty miles per gallon, and puts up with a lead foot for over 20,000 miles per year? This foreign gem may shock you!
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Three Things You Need Besides Toilet Paper to Survive the Next Big Snowstorm!If you have some white rice, recycled items, and clear contact paper you will be ready to do these fun crafts with your kids the next time you are all stuck at home for a SNOW DAY.
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How 'The Office' Can Still Make Scranton Shine!“The Office” needs to look to the past in order to have a future. Scranton’s favorite paper company is still surviving without their beloved Michael Scott, but for how long?
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How Cool Moms Keep Kids Busy During the Winter MonthsA "Cool Mom" shares three activities that are sure to keep kids busy during the winter months. Find out how a little chocolate, glitter glue and baby photos can make this the best winter yet!
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Winter Boredom Busters: 3 Ways to Survive Winter with Your KidsBoredom is busted with these three fun and inexpensive ideas. Boys and girls of any age can enjoy these activities this winter and for many more winters to come.
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Izzy the Tropical Reindeer: A Christmas FableIzzy the reindeer longs to live a life far away from the North Pole. When he gets his wish, will he like his new life as a tropical reindeer or actually miss the boring life he had in the North Pole?
