Lisa Carey
Lisa is founder of New Creative Writing a freelance writing service in partnership with her husband, also an established web content writer and educator.
She features her parenting, travel, green, pets, education, homeschooling, technology, consumer protection and Houston local content here on YCN, Yahoo Shine, Yahoo News, Yahoo TV and Yahoo Sports, as well as the her Houston Family Examiner column. She shares her passion for these topics and many more on a number of sites including Money Saving Parent, A to Z Learning Tree, Your Dog Zone and Greenjoyment. She has been a featured contributor on YCN as well as had her content published on such sites as Sears, Pampers, Women Xchange, CNET, Rand McNally and many more.
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She features her parenting, travel, green, pets, education, homeschooling, technology, consumer protection and Houston local content here on YCN, Yahoo Shine, Yahoo News, Yahoo TV and Yahoo Sports, as well as the her Houston Family Examiner column. She shares her passion for these topics and many more on a number of sites including Money Saving Parent, A to Z Learning Tree, Your Dog Zone and Greenjoyment. She has been a featured contributor on YCN as well as had her content published on such sites as Sears, Pampers, Women Xchange, CNET, Rand McNally and many more.
Contact Lisa for more information using our YCN's Contact button or at New Creative Writing.com.
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Just the facts: Telling tales and taming the tattlerI'm telling! Do too many sentences start like this in your household? Find out why and how to tame the tattler and still get the facts.
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Recipe for success: Meal planning tips for busy familiesFast food doesn't have to come from a drive thru. It's possible to make great meals and make it to the game on time. -
The balancing act of work and homeDo you ever feel like you are walking a tightrope between your personal and parenting life and your work? It is not just a dilemma for working outside the home moms, but for stay-at-home moms too.
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Do you allow for an allowance?Setting up your allowance system and answering some basic questions get you and your child money management skills on the way.
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Big kids' big bathroom accomplishments: showeringFrom "no me do!" to "Mom!" as only a big kid can say it, our children have many accomplishments, some large and some small. Find out how our family is dealing with the slippery shower situation. -
Making the most of your teen's driver's educationThere is more to your teens driver's education experience. Find out how you can make the most of their driving lessons both at school and behind the wheel. -
Empty nest expectations: Tips to avoid tossing your boomerang 'baby' backDo you have an adult children that is returning to the "nest?" Use these tips to handle when your empty nest is full again.
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The Challenges of Being a Paralegal and Where They Took MeThere are many challenges of being a paralegal, but they are so worth the work that you do and the places it could take you.
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Easy birthday party etiquette for parents: Guest dos and don'tsWe teach our children about being a good guest, but what about the parents of our little guests? Find out what you can do to make sure you are on the VIP list and not a persona non grata during the next birthday party plan. -
Family Favorite Earth Day Events in Houston, TexasApril brings with it "April showers," spring weather, flowers and Earth Day celebrations. Find out what are three family favorite Earth Day events in the Houston, Texas area. -
The lies that lice tellIt's not a subject many parents want to think about, let alone deal with, but if you have children it's more than likely at some point in time you are going to need to deal with the lies that lice tell.
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Preparing parents and children for college successA successful college experience takes more than good grades, hard work and test scores. Find out what you can do to prepare your children for college success before they head off to the dorms.
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Teen travel troubles: Unaccompanied minors travel made easyDoes your teen need to travel alone? Do they have a upcoming flight for school, sports or visitation that they need to make? Find out how our family makes teen time travel for unaccompanied minors trouble free. -
Beer Toast with the Most in Houston, TexasLiving or visiting the Houston, Texas area and want to raise a pint with friends or family? Don't miss out on these tours and tastings at some of the most popular area breweries. -
'Big Time Rush': James Maslow Talks About His Character, '1D,' and the FutureHave you ever wondered if some of your favorite celebrities are anything like their characters? Find out what James Maslow of BTR is really like and what his plans for the future are.
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Bunnies, Bazaars and Brunches: Easter Events in Houston, TexasChoose from pictures with the Easter bunny to festivals and brunches, to make the most of your Easter holiday.
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'iCarly' Stars Jennette McCurdy and Nathan Kress on the Future and Being a Role ModelWhat does the future hold for for iCarly stars Nathan Kress and Jennette McCurdy? Find out what they are looking forward to and their thoughts on being a celebrity role model.
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'iCarly' Stars Jennette McCurdy and Nathan Kress Talk About St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Math-a-thonAn interview with Nathan Kress and Jennette McCurdy of Nickelodeon's hit show iCarly about their participation and support of the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital fundraiser program "Math-a-Thon.:
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Avoid the new baby blues and sibling rivalryDo you have a new baby on the way? A few simple steps can go a long way towards avoiding the new baby blues and sibling rivalry.
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Biggest and Best of Easter Egg Hunts in HoustonWhere can you find the biggest and best (and often free) Easter egg hunts in Houston, Texas? Find out when and where they are. -
Affordable Easter Brunches in Houston Every “Bunny” Will LoveChoose from many exciting Easter brunch options that will fit your budget. Find out our family favorites at each of them.
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Creating your family bucket listThere are all kinds of "to do" lists in families. But do you have a "to do list" to do together? Here are some ways to make your bucket list happen.
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Family vacationing tips: Victorious After vacationingAvoid the "I need a vacation from my vacation" blues with these easy tips to help you be victorious after vacationing.
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Troubling tween and teen recent trends on YouTube and parenting tips to avoid themThere is always something new, but not so improved that appears on the internet that our tween and teens may find funny or cool to try. Stay on top of what those trends are and work to make sure that they don't turn into trouble for your family.
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Finding the perfect camps for your kidsMany parents have the story of "And this one time at summer camp . . ." as we begin to share happy or funny memories of summer camp. Find out how to choose the prefect camp for your kids.
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Straight shooting: Talking to your kids about school shootingsSchool shootings are a subject many of us never thought we would have to talk to our children about, but unfortunately it is a topic we can't ignore. Find out how you can talk to your children about school shootings no matter what their age.
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Begging the baby questionDo you ever get tired of the questions about babies? Are you guilty of asking them? Find out why begging the baby question may not a good idea.
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Avoid losing the "loving" feeling: Celebrate your kids everydayYou don’t have to have a baby to celebrate the joys of having a “baby.” Even on a bad day there are ways to keep that joy, excitement and wonder of being a parent with you. Find out a few of my (and my children's) favorites.
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‘Desperate Housewives’ Head to CourtIt’s been a long time coming, but former “Desperate Housewives” star Nicollette Sheridan (Evie) is having her day in court. But she is not the only “Desperate Housewife” to make an appearance in the courtroom and state her case.
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‘The Good Wife’ Makes and Breaks FriendsWill the addition of a new 'friend' be the perfect man for Diane Lockhart on 'The Good Wife'? Find out who is coming and going on 'The Good Wife' and what it means for those still at Lockhart and Associates.
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Advice to help mommies prepare for kindergartenThere are some things my daughter needs to learn before she heads off to kindergarten, but there are a few things that mom needs to learn too.
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Country Boys and Girls Can Survive on ‘The Amazing Race’This week the teams learn that the tasks they will face on “The Amazing Race” won’t leave them whistling Dixie and that a watched pot never boils.
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The Best of Houston, Texas: St. Patrick’s Day Parades and EventsParades to pubs; family friendly to just plain friendly Houston, TX has a number of St. Patrick's Day celebrations, parades and events. Find out about the best Houston has to offer. -
Making time for me: Mom's night (or day) outDo you need to make time for me? Want to spend some time with other moms you know? Use these six fun ideas to get out and about. Some of them are even family-budget friendly!
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Serial Killer’s Personal Hunting Ground on ‘Law and Order: SVU’A teen mother is called out for a 'job' but ends up being part of a game played by a serial killer. After she doesn’t come home, her mother calls in the Special Victims Unit.
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Appearances Can Be Deceiving on ‘Desperate Housewives’Some may say there is a fine line between love and hate. On Wisteria Lane, you may want to add between love and obsession. How can you tell the difference, because after all appearances can be deceiving.
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Do the Crime, Do the Time on ‘The Good Wife’Will's troubles aren't over yet. He may not be going to jail, but he also may not be practicing law as his actions from 15 years ago come back to haunt him.
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A New Beginning for ‘The Amazing Race’There's more than one new beginning as the 20th season of 'The Amazing Race' begins. Couples get a new beginning on their relationship, while the teams get a new beginning each week as they race around the world to new, and unexpected destinations.
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Mardi Gras Events in Houston, TexasThese Mardi Gras events and activities in Houston, TX have something for every one, from a Kid's Mardi Gras Parade to a pirate party cruise.
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The Boys Are Back on 'Desperate Housewives'As the series end approaches, look for some long lost sons to make their way back to Wisteria Lane. But more importantly, why are they coming home?
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'Law and Order: SVU': Hate Crimes and Home InvasionsWas it a hate crime, home invasion or a debt collection gone horribly wrong as Esai Morales and Jake T. Austin guest star on 'Law & Order: SVU'
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Making family connections: Getting with the grandparentsFind out how our children get connected with their grandparents that live 1,900 miles away and keep connected.
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Seven stress management tips for parentsWhat do you do to handle stress? From time outs to bubbles and books there are a few ways to help you handle the stress of parenthood before you end up throwing your next big temper tantrum.
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The More Things Change, the More They Remain the Same on 'The Amazing Race' Season 20'The Amazing Race' is sticking with the tried and true formula, but stepping up the game and the competitiveness of these teams in the 20th season. What should you watch out for?
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Guest Stars Shining Bright on ‘The Good Wife’What does the future hold for 'The Good Wife'? Only the writers know for sure, but we can have fun making a guess as we learn about new and returning guest stars that shine bright on 'The Good Wife.'
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Not Like Your Father on ‘Law and Order: SVU’You are nothing like your father. Detective Olivia Benson desperately tries to convince a 19 year old boy that he is nothing like his father as he comes face to face with his father’s sins.
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Babies and Baby Daddy on ‘Desperate Housewives’As many of our familiar favorites make their way back to Wisteria Lane, fans can look forward to seeing babies, baby daddy’s and a whole lot of momma drama.
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A friend in need is a friend indeedBest friends take on the daunting tasks of being supportive when facing one of a parent's greatest fears. Find out what I learned.
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Show 'The Amazing Race' Love With These Memorable CouplesLove is in the air and "The Amazing Race" is celebrating 20 seasons. Let's look back at some of the more memorable couples.
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Desperately Trying to Guess Which 'Desperate Housewives' Star Will Die?Have you hear the rumors of losing one of the 'Desperate Housewives' cast members? Which one will be killed off before the series' finale?
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It’s Hot Then It’s Cold, It's Yes Then It’s No on ‘The Good Wife’Wendy Scott Carr and company are trying to serve up a 'ham sandwich' with all the toppings as they investigation Will Gardener’s private and professional life. However, the harder they try to heat things up in the grand jury, the worse this meal smells.
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Cheaters never win: What to do when your child is caught cheatingYounger children may not even know they are cheating. Some may not even know what cheating is. Here are a few suggestions on how to handle cheating, when you child gets caught with their hand out and a grade they may not deserve.
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The Official Story on ‘Law and Order: SVU’The official story covered up rape, blackmail and murder. The unofficial story is that Harry Connick Jr. as ADA Haden is just what was needed to put some 'special' back into the 'SVU.'
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Whole Lot of Loving Going on ‘Desperate Housewives’Love is in the air on Wisteria Lane just in time for Valentine's Day. But will Cupid's bow hit its mark as the series finale approaches?
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Country Music Star Miranda Lambert Hits the ‘Big Apple’ in ‘Law & Order: SVU’A little bit of country, a little bit of rock and roll as award winning country music singer Miranda Lambert makes a guest appearance on "Law & Order: SVU."
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Teen talk: Dealing with dyingFamily activities that can help your teen deal with death, dying and the loss of a parent or close family member.
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10 ways to teach your children about stranger dangersTips and advice for talking about stranger dangers with your child and skills to help them fight back.
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Two Sisters for Will on 'The Good Wife'Meet the parents . . . I mean the sisters as Will's older and younger sister take charge of his love live on "The Good Wife."
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‘Desperate Housewives’ Not to Move from Wisteria Lane to the Big Screen"Desperate Housewives" not to show on the big screen, despite loose ends says creator Marc Cherry. In the words of Shakespeare, does he "protest to much?"
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Test Your Knowledge of ‘The Amazing Race’ Season 19As Season 20 of 'The Amazing Race' approaches, let's test our memory of Season 19 with some highlights and trivia to get us in the mood for racing. The new season begins Sunday, Feb. 19, 2012.
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'15 Minutes of Fame' on ‘Law & Order: SVU’One little, two little, three little suspects - and all of them guilty - but of what?
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Privacy or Protection: Parents, Kids and Social NetworkingWalking the fine line between privacy and protection, is no different from any other parenting decision. Once you make the decisions, though, it's important to stick to them.
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Legos meet Barbie: Toys and activities that encourage math and science skills for girlsFive activities that can encourage a knowledge of math and science in your daughter.
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Bree is Saved by an Unlikely Friend on ‘Desperate Housewives’She may be desperate and lonely and feeling pretty friendless but just when she thinks that dinner parties are over permanently, Bree finds out that she has an unlikely ally and more importantly, a best friend.
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A Picture Worth $44 Million on ‘The Good Wife’It may not be fine art, but the photo used to close this case of alienation of affection was worth $44 million dollars to the law firm of Lockhart Gardner.
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Det. Benson and New ADA Haden Make Beautiful Music: Harry Connick Jr. Joins 'Law and Order: SVU'His voice alone is reason to watch the next few episodes of "Law & Order; SVU" as Grammy winning musician and actor Harry Connick Jr. guest stars.
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‘Glee’ on ‘The Good Wife’Roll out the red carpet as yet another eye catching guest star makes an appearance on 'The Good Wife.' This visitor joins from the hit musical drama series 'Glee.'
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Are You Desperate for Some ‘Desperate Housewives’? There’s an App for ThatWhether you the the British Prime Minister or simply a busy avid fan, if you are desperate for "Desperate Housewives" episodes and trivia there is an app for that. So grab your iPad or iPhone and get that application started.
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She’s Back! Rita Wilson Returns to ‘The Good Wife’Rita Wilson and Carrie Preston return to "The Good Wife" along with four new episodes in January. What can we expect to see form these two powerhouse attorney's with very different styles?
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Do’s and don’ts for ‘lousy’ giftsWhat should you do with that gift that you are about to receive that just doesn't 'fit?'
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Teaching children to show gratitudeWhether it's the holidays or a birthday, try these simple steps to teach your children to show gratitude without any attitude.
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Avoiding drop-off daycare dramaSix simple steps towards making drop off-drama disappear when leaving your child at daycare or preschool.
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‘Desperate Housewives’ Final Season Progress ReportHow do you feel about the final season? Are the housewives making the grade?
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7 DIY, quick, and easy childproofing techniques for holiday celebrationsWhether you are traveling and staying in a hotel room or with friends and family or whether you are the host to weary travelers, a child's safety is always important. Try these 7 DIY childproofing tips help avoid a "nightmare before Christmas."
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Avoiding multiple mothering moods this holiday seasonDo you ever miss out on the be of good cheer during this most wonderful time of the year? To be honest, I know I do. Find out what I do to help me be a little more merry and bright.
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‘The Amazing Race’ Celebrates 20th AnniversaryWhat and who can we expect to see next season as the series celebrates its 20th anniversary?
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‘The Good Wife’ May Have a Very Good Award Season'The Good Wife' gets nominations for the Screen Actors Guild and Golden Globe awards.
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Cooking with kids in the kitchenHeat the kitchen up with family fun as the kids get cooking in the kitchen using these tips for parents.
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Christmas school break boredom busters"I'm bored!" Your kids don't have to be with these easy and fun-to-do boredom busters for the whole family this holiday season.
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He said, she said: Discipline dilemmas between parentsTips to avoid fussing and fighting, not between the children but between parents as they face discipline dilemmas.
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First Person: How I Saved Over $200 on My Auto Insurance PremiumDon't you hate it when you start with a new company, whether it's for insurance or Internet and soon find that your brand new lower rate was more of an "introduction." A huge jump in auto insurance premiums sent us shopping for a new policy and price.
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5 New Year's Resolutions That Will Make Me Healthy and WiseHave you thought about your New Year's Resolutions? Do you even make them? This year I am breaking my long standing no New Year's resolution resolution and looking out for my health and my future.
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Beliber Fans: Justin Bieber Holiday Gift GuideA selection of gift suggestions sure to make anyone that is a "belieber" believe that there is a Santa Claus.
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‘Law & Order’ Video Game for iPhones and iPadsDo you love all things 'Law & Order'? Find out more about 'Law & Order: Legacies,' a new video game based on the popular TV show.
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What Went Wrong on ‘The Good Wife’?Sure, lots of things went wrong for the case and for relationships, but what went wrong between the fans and the show may be even more important.
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Sweet Home Atlanta on the Finale of ‘The Amazing Race’With three teams remaining, the finalist for this season must make their way to Atlanta and complete their final challenges to be declared the winner.
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6 simple steps to great holiday family photosUse these simple steps to make the most of your holiday memories with your friends and family, and create the perfect photo 'op' that everyone can enjoy and love.
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Death Before Dishonor on ‘Law & Order: SVU’Treat Williams guest stars in this episode accused of raping a teenage girl. Was this former football star spiraling down into teenage prostitution?
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Making a list and checking it twice: My daughter's Christmas toy wish listOne of the most exciting activities during the holiday season is the letter to Santa. Find out what toys my 6-year-old daughter has put on her wish list.
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My 3 Most Popular Edible Gifts: Fudge to Infused Vodka Sweet TreatsEdible gifts began as a way to solve my gift giving dilemma when I had very little money to "give." These three easy to do recipes rapidly became gifts that were on my friends and family most wanted list.
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There is Strength in Numbers on ‘Desperate Housewives’Will the housewives have to lose one of their friends to learn that there is strength in numbers?
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Parenting is Never Easy on ‘The Good Wife’It has been a tough year for mom Alicia. Single parenting is never easy, but especially not when you are in a high profile career and a high profile marriage.
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Favorite family tradition: Countdown to ChristmasMy kids love calendars. We use them to countdown everything from when we go on vacation to when grandma and grandpa are visiting. Our Christmas countdown calendar is one of our favorite ways to celebrate the holiday everyday.
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He’s got high hopes! Dealing with children and great Christmas expectationsDo your children have a long list that needs checked twice? Have they been nice all year but the holidays bring out the naughty? Get a few ideas to help you deal with your child's great expectations.
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The Final Four is No More on ‘The Amazing Race’Who will be in the final three of this season?
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The Lost Boy on ‘Law & Order: SVU’A Romani family and community is in turmoil after a young boy disappears on his way home from school. The SVU is called in to investigate the child’s disappearance and are led on a not so merry chase.
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Desperate to See These Old Friends on ‘Desperate Housewives’As the series finale approaches, which fan favorites will we see returning to the neighborhood?
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Pedal to the Metal on ‘The Amazing Race’Surprise -- that's no pit stop! Celebrate fast because there is a need for speed on this leg of 'The Amazing Race.'
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Keep the happy in your holiday: The most stressful time of the yearDon't be stressed this holiday season. Use one or all of these tips to beat your stress away and have fun with your friends and family every day.
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A ‘Desperate Housewives’ Thanksgiving Day QuizHow well can you answer these questions on what these character are thankful for this Thanksgiving?
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To Live is to Travel on ‘The Amazing Race’Play it, spin it, puzzle it and pose it. There are some interesting challenges on this leg of 'The Amazing Race,' and an even more interesting surprise at the end.
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It is all About the Women on ‘The Good Wife’Watch the women very closely. They hold all the cards and they are very good at playing them. Who will hold, who will fold, and who has the best bluff?
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Family Secrets Revealed on ‘Law and Order: SVU’Family secrets for both the victim and one of the Special Victim's Unit detectives are revealed in this episode of "Law & Order: SVU."
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5 favorite Thanksgiving day traditionsWhether old or new, these Thanksgiving holiday traditions will give lasting memories the whole year through.
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Top Four Family Friendly Thanksgiving Events and Parades in Houston, TexasJust because the turkey is gone doesn't mean the Thanksgiving celebrations are over. Enjoy the best of Houston's family friendly Thanksgiving parades, events and activities with your family.
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Dowdy drop-offs and pretty pick-ups: Mamas, pajamas and schoolHow do you arrive at the bus stop or drop-off point? Four good reasons to be in your pajamas.
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Be Careful Who You Get Your Tips from on 'The Good Wife'Tips may solve the crime, but they won't erase the time, as a death row inmate and Lockhart-Gardner try to beat the clock to save their client accused of murder.
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A Picture Worth a Thousand Words on ‘Desperate Housewives’Susan gets the artistic acclaim that she had hoped for, but at what price?
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Six Bars of Butter on the Wall on ‘The Amazing Race’Down on the farm there's butter and bunnies. Which team will do the U-turning and which will be the last team to arrive on 'The Amazing Race' as it visits Denmark for the first time?
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Four Reasons to Watch More of the New ‘Law & Order: SVU’Did you leave when Christopher Meloni did? Maybe you moved too soon.
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‘The Good Wife’ Takes on Sexual Harassment and the War on Terror'The Good Wife' is caught in the crossfire between boyfriend and husband, religion and politics, and finds herself a brand new role model from an unexpected source. Unfortunately, so does her daughter, Grace.
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What does your child know about Veterans Day?Veterans share with parents what they wish children knew about Veterans Day.
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Smartphone and cell phone safety tips for your childrenFrom sexting to geotags there is plenty that may be a little too smart about your child's cell phone use. Find out how to put the technology to work for you and keep your child's cell phone use save and smart.
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Is your child unhappy at school? Tips for finding outDoes your child think school isn't so cool? Find out if your child is unhappy at school and why.
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Why lie about your age on Facebook? Underage Facebook usersMillions of children are on Facebook every day. That's not 'news' but the fact that many of them are 'underage' is. Why lie?
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Who is in and Out of Control on ‘Desperate Housewives’?Will the women of Wisteria Lane ever learn that there are just some things you can't control?
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One Team Discovers the Joys of the Discover Card on ‘The Amazing Race’Teams may only have $1 to get them through this portion of the race, but for one team, their efforts really pay off as they win $15,000 from Discover Card.
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Christmas holiday traditions that travel the world, just like SantaLearn how our family travels the world for the holidays, just like Santa does, sometimes without leaving our hometown.
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Try it – you’ll like It! Tips for getting your child to try new foods8 tips to get your toddler to teen to try new foods and maybe even learn to love them!
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Tips for talking to your children about moneyHow much is too much when it comes to talking to your children about money? Find out when to start and what works when teaching your children about money.
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Are You a ‘True Believer’ in ‘Law & Order: SVU’This article contains spoilers on the upcoming episode of Law and Order SVU to be aired Nov. 2, 2011. Did the SVU take shortcuts? Who is telling the truth in this he said she said, not only between victim and accused but between the squad members too?
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And the Crowd Goes Wild on ‘The Amazing Race’After this episode, there may be more than one reason Malawi is described as 'the warm heart of Africa.' The crowd goes wild and gives one team the encouragement they need to keep going.
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Nothing is What it Seems on ‘The Good Wife’Is anything ever really what it seems on 'The Good Wife'? But in this episode, more than one person was mistaken when it comes to guilt or innocence, politics and power, and relationships.
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What to do with all those sweet treats?From birthday parties and Christmas, to Valentines Day to Halloween, there is sometimes just too many sweet treats to indulge in. Try these creative alternatives to eating all the candy.
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And Baby Makes 3 for Mariska HargitayIf you are missing this week’s episode of “Law & Order: SVU” you can still find some exciting news about the SVU crew, as Mariska Hargitay adopts.
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7 steps towards creating a successful school yearIt's never too late to start creating a successful school year. Use these seven simple steps to get your child's year off to and onto a successful one.
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The Star Witness on ‘The Good Wife’Exactly how far will Eli go to deliver on his promises and make sure that Peter continues his political power climb? Will Alicia have a new best friend? And how far will the firm go to ensure that they win their newest case?
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Ready or not you are a mom: 10 secrets every new mom should knowYour not-so-secret survival guide to being a new mom. Don't keep these 10 tips to yourself, share them with a new mom you know.
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A Very Revealing ‘Desperate Housewives’It's not what you tell but what you show on this week's episode. You may be surprised at what is revealed.
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Money Troubles on ‘The Amazing Race’Watch that wallet on 'The Amazing Race' because you have to pay to play, or you may end up the last team to arrive and you may be eliminated.
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Tattoo Barbie -- Is she new and improved? Moms speak outBarbie got a tattoo and a few other "updates" in the new Tokidoki Barbie doll, a collector's doll sold online for $50. Some mom's are "pissed" but some moms like the new (and improved?) Barbie.
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Halloween is One Scary Night for ‘Law & Order: SVU’Ghosts and goblins, pedophiles, car jackings and a dead baby. It's all in a Halloween nights work for the Special Victims Unit.
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Politics, Parenting and the PTA on ‘Desperate Housewives’Do you sometimes just want to break all the rules? Find out what happens when the 'Desperate Housewives' do.
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A New Direction for Lockhart and Gardner on 'The Good Wife'Sometimes you just have to 'feed the rat.' Or maybe sometimes you just need to leave the rat to feed on their own. Lockhart/Gardner goes through a surprising transformation as they take a break from the 'rat race.'
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The Third Time's the Charm for ‘The Amazing Race’ TeamWith eight teams remaining at the beginning of this leg of 'The Amazing Race,' the teams search for the best way to travel from Indonesia to Phuket, Thailand, where they will encounter their next set of tasks.
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Kelli Giddish is on a Roll in ‘Law & Order: SVU’Experienced detectives work with the 'new guys' in the episode 'Double Strands' as Det. Amanda Rollins bring her history of a case in Atlanta to the bright lights of New York.
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Fun activities and party ideas for those not celebrating HalloweenDon't celebrate Halloween but would like some creative alternatives for play and parties? These eight ideas give you the best of creative play and sweet treats that don't involve ghosts and goblins.
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9 family friendly activities to help you 'fall' in love with the seasonIt's the beginning of the fall, y'all. Use these nine family friendly activities to show you how beautiful fall can be.
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Halloween traditions: Old and new fun for your familySure there is trick or treating and costumes, but there is more fun to the season of Halloween than just that one night of celebration.
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‘Desperate Housewives’ on the Art of ConcealmentSome of the ladies (and gentlemen) of the lane are better than others at the art of concealment, but what price will they pay if they reveal the truth?
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Let’s Get a Room with ‘The Good Wife’It's amazing what goes on behind closed doors on 'The Good Wife.' It's not all romance and roses.
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Teamwork Gets New Meaning on ‘The Amazing Race’Teams decide to join forces during this leg of the race, forming surprising alliances and even more surprising results.
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Parenting pet peeves in the school zoneBe cool at the school, zone.
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‘Law and Order: SVU’ Blood Brothers and the Sins of the FatherIn a sophisticated, wealthy, highly placed socially and politically family the husband and wife Ambassador Andrew Raines (Kyle MacLachlan) and Kathleen Raines (Paige Turco) “there are no secrets,” except for maybe the one secret that got their son killed.
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Questions moms should ask before they return to workKids are in school now and it may seem like a good time to return to the work force. Ask yourself these important questions before you start asking yourself which job you should apply for.
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Pumpkin Patches in HoustonWhere can you enjoy the best of the Fall season and pick the perfect pumpkin in Houston? Let these five suggestions be your guide.
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Sprint for Your Lives, but Stop to Read the Signs on 'The Amazing Race'Eleven teams are still competing, until the double elimination round. Which two teams will go home and did "Ma and Pa" stay in the race?
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Making the Connection on ‘Desperate Housewives’Connect the dots to see the whole picture of one desperate housewife dealing with guilt, while another buries her head in the sand, and still another searches for her stalker.
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Every Man and Woman for Themselves on ‘The Good Wife'Virtual courtrooms, back room dealings, British aristocracy and libel. That's just in the first 10 minutes of this week's episode.
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Touchy teen troubles: Boys who just won’t keep their hands to themselvesDo you know what goes on in the hallways of your child's high school? We hear a great deal about cyber bullying and bullying, but what about when bullying is sexual harassment, too? What do you do?
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What women want: How our spouses can show us that they careChildren learn through our example. Find out what women really want and teach our children important lessons about love and relationships.
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Score! Nothing but Net on ‘Law and Order: SVU’ Personal FoulsIt's not just the outstanding performance by Mechad Brooks, or the exploration of an important and timely subject. "Law & Order; SVU" is making good on it's promises of bigger and better things and to just watch because it's going to be really good.
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10 ideas to help parents get involved in your child’s elementary schoolWant to get involved at your child's elementary school but don't know what to do? Let these 10 tips be your guide.
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‘The Amazing Race’: The Kindness of Strangers and the Beauty of TwitterSure, 'The Amazing Race' has a Facebook page and a Twitter feed, but who knew that a random tweet and a stranger could save the day?
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‘Desperate Housewives’: It's all About the SecretsThere is more than one secret being kept on Wisteria Lane, but how will keeping those secrets affect the best friends and their husbands? Sleepless nights, night terrors, and depression are just a few things haunting the housewives.
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A New Day for ‘The Good Wife,’ and That’s Not AllIt's all new this season on 'The Good Wife,' with everything you loved before and a whole lot more. New season, new day, new do, and a whole new attitude.
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It’s the great Halloween Candy Debate, Charlie BrownSkip the great Halloween candy debate this year because honestly kids don't care. Let's go with the spirit of the great pumpkin and some sweet treats for all.
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Turning good intentions by parents into involvement in your child’s schoolWe mean well. We really do. Parents start off the school year hoping, wanting and dreaming of being involved at our child's school. But as the year goes on it's hard to. Find out what tips you can use to just do it! And why you should.
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Season Premiere of ‘Law and Order': 'SVU’ is Back in Black and Maybe Better Than BeforeImpressive writing skills not only draws you into tonight's season premiere episode "Scorched Earth" but provides watchers with even more answers on what to expect for season 13. It may just be a lucky number for "Law & Order: SVU."
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Teaching tots to teens about love and relationshipsChildren decide how relationships work not by what we say about love, marriage, and relationships, but by what we do. Find out what these little girls had to say about do's and don'ts and showing your love.
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Getting your tween and teen to talk – to youSeven tips to get you past the "I don't know" and "Fine" answers when talking to your tweens and teens.
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Drowning in school expensesA few thoughts by a parent, when the money requests from schools became the straw that 'broke' my wallet and my patience.
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Score a Strike with These Best of Houston Bowling AlleysWhether it's family fun and entertainment, league bowling or upscale boutique bowling you are looking for Houston has it all. Find out our favorite Houston area bowling alleys.
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A few thoughts on big birthday bashesIs bigger better? Do 4-year-olds need big birthday bashes? What does the future hold for parents with birthday party planning?
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Check in with ‘The Amazing Race’ on FoursquareTravel tips and trivia are just a few things you will find when you check in with 'The Amazing Race' on Foursquare.
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‘Desperate Housewives’: Eva Longoria Not Desperate for Another MarriageIs the third time the charm? Maybe, maybe not. Either way, Longoria isn't rushing into another marriage, but what could she be rushing into instead?
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More Than Just Cast Changes on ‘Law & Order: SVU’It's not just the cast that is changing with Season 13.
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Talking to your kids about your in vitro fertilization experienceDo you wonder if you should talk to your children about their conception or the conception of their siblings? Hopefully this age-by-age guide from my experience can answer some of your questions.
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There is a More Than One 'Fox' in the Hen House on 'The Good Wife'Michael J. Fox returns during season 3 for his Emmy nominated role of Louis Canning on "The Good Wife." Find out who else you should expect, plus Josh Charles in a tease on 'The Talk" when asked for the inside scoop on the hotel room.
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1 Brewery, 2 Brewery, 3 Brewery More in HoustonRapid growth in the brewerys in the Houston area means even more chances for travel and tasting. Find out which ones are among the favorites.
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No Whining About the Wines at These Houston WineriesWhether it is red or white, blush or fruited several Houston area wineries have much to recommend them from their award winning wines, reasonable prices or other special features.
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'Law & Order: SVU' Cast Opens Up About New SeasonThe cast share their thoughts on Season 13; find out what they have to say.
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Carpools Not Criminals on the Season Premiere of 'Desperate Housewives'Look who came to dinner, and will be staying a very long time. Will the women of Wisteria Lane be able to keep their secrets?
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Will Kalinda Kick it up a Notch on 'The Good Wife'?What does the future hold for Kalinda during Season 3?
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How to deal with the grief of miscarriageAt first it may seem that nothing anyone says or does can make you feel better about your loss through miscarriage. Eventually, though, you will find that there are good days, great days and not so great days, but you can deal with all those, too.
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'The Amazing Race' Season 19: New and Improved?Is Season 19 of "The Amazing Race" new and improved? Find out about changes in places, faces, rules, penalties and challenges. Look for some familiar faces, but not because they are getting a second change at this particular race.
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Great Christopher Meloni 'Law & Order: SVU' EpisodesAfter 12 seasons, Meloni will not be returning to 'Law & Order: SVU.' Revisit some fan favorite episodes over the years staring Det. Elliot Stabler.
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Discipline methods:To hot sauce or not to hot sauce, that is the questionDoes hot sauce belong in the fridge, on your food or in your child's mouth? Is it so very different from the threat of 'I'll wash your mouth out with soap?'
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Nothing Desperate After 'Desperate Housewives' for Eva LongoriaIs there life out there after the show ends? There is for Longoria, who isn't wasting any time pursuing new projects and a new life.Also published on:
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Plan Your 'Amazing Race' Premiere PartyEveryone loves a party, and with the exciting new season of 'The Amazing Race' coming up, why not travel the globe with your friends and host your own premiere party?
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New Night and New Beginnings for 'The Good Wife''The Good Wife: A New Beginning' offers recaps of the story lines from the past two seasons, plus interviews with cast and crew and a sneak peek at the Season 3 premiere.
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What am I going to do now? Empty nest and back-to-school bluesWhether they are off to kindergarten or to college, many parents this fall are wondering "What am I going to do now?" Here's a few ideas to get you started and really good reasons to do them.
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'Desperate Housewives' Final Season: The Cast ReactsWhat does the cast have to say about the final season of "Desperate Housewives"? You may be surprised!
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The 'SVU' Season 13 Shuffle: Who Will We See Where on 'Law & Order: SVU'?Find out who you can expect to see as special guest stars and in recurring roles during Season 13 of "Law & Order: SVU" as well as get a sneak peak at some upcoming story lines and who is behind the scenes making the "order" happen.
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Tough clothing trend choices for tots to teensFind out how some of the most recent popular trends and styles in clothing for tots to teens has caused some parents to make tough choices and where some parents may draw the line.
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There is Green on the Scene of 'The Good Wife'We have heard a great deal about what the future may hold for the next season of the series, but with this production company there is more than meets the eye about the future of the show and their environment.
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Did Mom get an "F" on the first day of school?Maybe the quote "pride goeth before a fall" is all too true. Just Saturday morning I was patting myself on the back that it was the last weekend before the children start school and all the school supplies were purchased, new shoes had been broken in, and hair cuts were just the way they should be.
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'Law & Order: SVU': Mariska Hargitay Shows Softer Side in Memory of 9/11Hargitay, as Det. Olivia Benson, is one of those providing assistance to special victims both on and off the show.
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'Desperate Housewives' Season 8: New Faces and New PlacesThere's more information about who and how Season 8 is going to wrap things up. One housewife is not too cool for school, while others find a few new faces on the block.
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Teaching teens about rape in schoolsIt's a tough topic to address, but unfortunately whether you are parent to a tween, teen or college -aged student, it needs to be discussed. Here's how to get the talking and your child's safety started.
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Amazing Racers Race Through the Mud for Stand Up to CancerHave you ever wondered what some of "The Amazing Race" winners and losers have done after the race? Several of them are racing to stand up to cancer. Find out where they are now and why they are running once again.Also published on:
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Doggy duty has some amazing benefits for childrenBelieve it or not, having a pet provides your children with not only some amazing health and emotional benefits, but it also teaches them many important habits and qualities for the future.
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Telling TV time: Tips for limiting television and screen time for tots to teensWhether it's the end of the summer and the kids and parents find it hard to find activities to do or maybe it's a need to set a schedule now that the kids are back in school, telling TV and screen time and finding ways to limit both needs to be a priority.
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What to expect when expecting: Child is posted on FacebookThe new feature on Facebook may seem like a good idea. But before you touch that keyboard think about what to expect as a result of posting some of your most personal and private information about your family online.
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Two by Two on 'The Good Wife'?What dynamic duos will be formed in Season 3? Best friends, lovers, business partners? Who do you look forward to seeing pair up?
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'Desperate Housewives' Desperately Wrapping Things Up?With the end of the series in sight what will the show be doing to"wrap things up for the victory lap? Who can we expect to see make a move back to Wisteria Lane?
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Making after school cool with these 8 easy parenting tipsChaos doesn't have to reign in your household after school. Use these easy eight parenting tips to create your own routine that fits your family's schedule.
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What Does it Take to Make it to 'The Amazing Race'?"The Amazing Race" returns for Seasons 19 and 20. What does it take to make the amazing race? Find out about the application, the auditions and what's new this season.
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Truth and Rumors About 'Law & Order: SVU' Season 13Fact and fiction, speculation abounds. Find out what really will be happening with some of your favorite "Law & Order: SVU" cast and storylines - as well as find out about a few old favorites.
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Make smarter fast food choicesFor some families, fast food has become their primary choice for lunch or dinner dining. There are some ways to make fast food healthier food so consider 'eat this, not that' the next time you place your family's order.
