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Good dog, bad SantaA mall Santa refused to see a girl with a pit bull as a service dog. How can good dogs get past a bad label?
Teens practice mindfulness for class creditMore schools are teaching students mindfulness techniques in an attempt to alleviate stress. While some parents are concerned the practice is religious in nature, spirituality aside, kids are benefitting from learning to be in the moment.
From too much to just enough: Discarding the most sentimental itemsAs one family aims to trim their belongings, they find giving away items with sentimental value is the biggest stumbling block to reaching minimalism.
Lego-inspired 'Star Wars' Episode VII prompts budding filmmakersA Lego version of the latest 'Star Wars' film inspires one mom to combine old-school bricks with new-school tech to create a stop-motion masterpiece for her family to share.
Giving thanks for the Thanksgiving meal in a boxOn the eve of Thanksgiving, one woman learns to never scoff at a prepared turkey dinner when the other option is stale jello.
Parental pain in public: School shaves boys head without parents' consentIs there a proper way for a parent to respond publicly when their child is involved and emotions take over?
How a 7-year-old girl's trip to Tesco helped 'Let Toys Be Toys'Maggie Cole spotted a sign in Tesco: "Fun gifts for boys." She questioned the gender biased marketing. Her mom posted the photo on Facebook and tweeted it. Tesco has promised to remove the signs.
Parents and kids sort through Ferguson grand jury decision togetherTeens who watched news coverage of the grand jury announcement in Ferguson might have been shocked to see the violent response. Parents were left adding perspective, and explaining the impact, as they themselves absorbed the news.
The boy who was thankful: No greater gift than acceptanceAs Thanksgiving looms, a mom notices the flood of gratitude posts on Facebook and finds one of her sons giving thanks for the simplest gift.
From too much to just enough: One family's journey to a minimalist homeAs a family aims to thin the contents of a spacious farmhouse, en route to a minimalist lifestyle, a mom contemplates first steps on the journey from ‘too much’ to ‘just enough.’
Interfaith marriage: The tale of 'Form B'Two young kids fall in love and decide to get married and start a family. When their faiths aren't the same, he's required to sign a form saying he'll adhere to her faith. Then they learn there is a 'Form B.'
Cover StoryInterfaith America: 'Being both' is a rising trend in the USInterfaith marriages that remain with mixed-faith partners has shot up to 40 percent, from 20 percent in the 1960s. And raising interfaith families is increasingly common and supported by a growing number of grass-roots organizations.
Interfaith America: A globally unique marriage trendThe interfaith movement in the US, scholars say, is unique to the way Americans view religion, individuality, and marriage. In other religious parts of the world, faith is considered part of one’s being – not a choice.
Iowa family packs, donates weekend meals for hungry kidsOne Iowa family is helping hungry kids make it through the weekend with packed meals they can pick up on Friday at school.
Dinner or pet? What not to name the lobster if you intend to eat itA fisherman captures a lobster the size of the family dog - and quickly learns that his spiny catch might be better suited as a family pet rather than a seafood feast.
For two kids and two parents, one-on-one time a mustA mom stays at home with her older son while her husband takes their younger son on a trip. She learns that time alone with her older son is invaluable in building communication, trust, and appreciation for him as an individual.
Lammily on sale: How 'Average Barbie' could unseat more popular dolls this holidayLammily, the doll developed with proportions based on the average-sized 19-year-old, is now on sale. What started as a crowdfunding push for a doll that more girls can relate to is now a reality, just in time for the holidays.
Talking with a toddler: Context should partner with ABCsAs a mom teaches her toddler to talk, she realizes the context around the words might be more important than basic vocabulary.
Mom helps daughter drown her inner criticWhen her daughter gets frustrated preparing for a swim meet, a mom remembers the importance of silencing the inner critic that tries to sideline confidence.
Dad breaks Guinness World Record. But the real reward comes in sons' respectOne dad secures a world record, and in the process, forges a new connection with his sons.
