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<description><![CDATA[Sherrie Le Masurier is a lifestyle columnist as well as an organizing and decorating consultant who loves to cook and serve up nutritious meals to her family. She offers up smart solutions for busy families via her network of family-friendly websites, blogs, and FREE newsletters.]]></description>
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<title>Healthy Kids Snacks to Serve Up This Summer</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 09:03:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Just because its summer doesn't mean your kids don't need to fuel up on some healthy kids snacks between meals. When your kids are active indoors and out it's important to give them nutritious food and drink that will keep them full and hydrated this summer. Following are some great ways top up your kids with fluids, boost their level of antioxidants, help them grow and maintain healthy bones, add fibre to their diets with whole grains, and show them that veggies do have a fun side.]]></description>
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<title>5 Keys to Keeping Your Kids Healthy and Hydrated This Summer</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 15:03:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When it's hot out and your kids are active there are a few key things you need to know about keeping your kids healthy and hydrated this summer. This article touches on the warning signs of dehydration, the power of antioxidants for keeping your kids healthy and the importance of calcium and vitamin D. It also takes a look at the benefits of whole grains and what to look for on ingredient labels. Finally, it offers up two family bonding ideas - nurturing a harvest or exploring creativity in the kitchen.]]></description>
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<title>How to Create a Toddler Playroom That Is Cozy and Educational</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Kids learn through play. Creating a playroom for your toddler is a great way to encourage learning in addition to fun. A toddler playroom doesn't have to be elaborate but it should have some basic elements and be a safe environment for your child and his or her playmates. This article shares age-appropriate tips and ideas for creating a safe and cozy playroom.]]></description>
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<title>Girls Teen Bedrooms - Creative Decorating Tips and Ideas</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2011 11:09:05 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[From time to time we all want to change things up a bit. Teenage girls and their bedrooms are no exception. Trendy girls teen bedrooms can easily become outdated and when we keep adding in new things, they can also become cluttered and disorganized. This girls teen bedroom decorating and organizing article offers up some creative tips for giving your teen room a fresh new look without buying new furniture or having to paint.]]></description>
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<title>Get Organized Using Repurposed Items</title>
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<description><![CDATA[It may not be wise to sweat the small stuff but small things can quickly pile up and get lost, adding clutter to your home and unnecessary stress to your life. Conquering clutter whenever you've got a few minutes is wise. Set a timer if you want. It's amazing how much you can get accomplished when you focus completely on the task at hand, even if it's only 5 to 15 minutes.]]></description>
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<title>Healthy School Lunches You Can Pack For Your Kids (and Yourself)</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2011 13:29:58 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[No matter how you slice it, sandwiches everyday becomes boring pretty fast. School and workplace lunches don't have to be dull or unhealthy. They also don't have to be expensive or overly creative. A healthy lunch just needs to be nutritious and varied.]]></description>
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<title>How To Date Your Spouse - Ideas For Rekindling The Flame</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 Feb 2011 13:28:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When was the last time you and your significant other went out on a date? With life as busy as it is, often it's hard to fit one in especially if you're married with young children. This article explores the wisdom of establishing a regular date night to help keep you connected throughout the year.]]></description>
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<title>School Lunch Ideas - Creative Ways to Boost Nutritional Value</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Do you struggle to find the right balance between packing a nutritious school lunch for your child and one that will actually be eaten? As publisher of a School Lunch Ideas blog and newsletter, I'm constantly reminded of the struggle parents are faced with on a daily basis to pack a healthy lunch their kids will eat. Packing nutritious foods can be a challenge especially if your child is a picky eater, has a food allergy and/or attends a school with a nut-free policy. In our house, peanut free and gluten free lunches are daily fare. Solutions have been found in a quality made soy butter product and gluten free baking supplies and products, purchased locally and online.]]></description>
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<title>How to Decorate a Baby Nursery in 10 Easy Steps</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Jan 2011 15:30:11 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[First off congratulations! Having a baby is an exciting time. That said many new parents are overwhelmed with all there is to do when trying to decorate a baby nursery. Questions like "Should I pick the room color or crib bedding set first?" and "What about the nursery furniture - do I buy a convertible crib or a standard one?" are very common.]]></description>
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<title>Decorating Teen Boys Bedrooms - 3 Theme Ideas</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 08:39:16 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you looking for some creative ideas for decorating teen boys bedrooms? A good place to start is to speak with your son re: his tastes and interests. For instance, does he play a particular sport or is he a sports fan? Maybe he loves the outdoors and likes camping, fishing and hunting? What does he see himself doing as a career? If he envisions a life in the military, then maybe a camouflage bedroom would be of interest. Following are three popular bedroom decor ideas for teen boys bedrooms. ]]></description>
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<title>Teen Bedroom Makeovers - 12 Reasons to Give Your Teenager's Bedroom a Makeover This Christmas</title>
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<description><![CDATA[What are you giving your teen for Christmas? What about a teen bedroom makeover? It's a gift that keeps giving and has multiple benefits for both you and your teen from improving your relationship to future gift potential. This article explores the top reasons why you should give your teenager's bedroom a makeover this holiday season.]]></description>
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<title>How to Properly Store Kitchen Utensils</title>
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<description><![CDATA[When it comes to storing kitchen utensils there are many options. Your best option however is one that works with the flow of your kitchen. What types of cooking related tasks take place in your kitchen? Aside from flipping pancakes, stirring sauces, and serving soup do you also spend a lot of time chopping vegetables? After considering the many tasks performed in your kitchen, turn your thoughts to where and how the related utensils should be stored. If you simply toss random utensils in a drawer or container you'll have to sort though the entire collection, just to find the one you want.]]></description>
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<title>How to Organize a Kitchen</title>
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<description><![CDATA[There's no doubt about it, a well-organized kitchen is an efficient one. Learning how to organize your kitchen is easy if you keep a few key factors in mind. This article features the importance of purging yourself of kitchen items you don't need, discusses the importance of replacing (or in some cases repairing) things that don't work properly, as well as the importance of storing items close to where they'll be used. You'll also learn why keeping your counters clutter-free is important and why taking the time to clean as you go saves you time in the long run.]]></description>
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<title>5 Tips For Creating a Kitchen That Flows</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2008 15:40:41 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When it comes to organizing your kitchen you need to consider how best to make it flow so it works with your lifestyle. In other words, consider what works and what doesn't in the current set up of your kitchen and come up with some better alternatives. Sometimes it's simply a matter of trying a new system to see if it works. Remember no organizational system is carved in stone. Try different kitchen set-ups and make note of how each has improved or hampered the flow.]]></description>
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<title>5 Steps to Creating an Efficient Kitchen</title>
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<description><![CDATA[An efficient kitchen is essentially one that reflects your lifestyle. It involves organizing systems that meet your daily needs and help streamline your activities. An organized and efficient kitchen is also a neat and tidy one because everything has both a purpose and a place.]]></description>
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<title>How To Select The Right Color For Your Kid's Room</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2008 09:56:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Selecting the right color for your kid's room is easy if you gather up a little inspiration first. Consider useful resources like paint chips, fabric swatches and photos of decorated kid rooms you like. You and your child may even want to put together an idea book which also includes photos of furnishings and accessories you can envision in your kid's room.]]></description>
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<title>How To Decorate A Kid Room With Decorative Letters, Words And Sayings</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2008 15:34:14 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you're looking for a trendy yet inexpensive way to decorate the walls of  a kid room consider adding quotes, words or sayings. Vinyl wall lettering is a great option for parents seeking a hand stenciled look at a fraction of the cost. It's a fun way to achieve a custom, personalized look in a kid room that's already painted.]]></description>
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<title>Kid Lunch Recipe Ideas - Looking For a New Twist on Tuna Salad?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2008 11:19:56 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Does your child love tuna? If so, and you're tired of making yet another ordinary tuna salad sandwich what about making up some fun tuna swirls, muffins, pasta salad and 'Sunflower' twist on your standard tuna salad recipe?]]></description>
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<title>How to Plan and Design a Bedroom Fit for a Teen</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2008 11:19:26 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's time to turn your kid room into one fit for a teen. But where do you start? First of all you need to evaluate the space you have in terms of size and shape. The best way to do this is to empty your room completely. By emptying your bedroom of its contents you can also evaluate the condition of the walls, floor, windows, doors and trim.]]></description>
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<title>How To Prep Your Teen Room For Painting</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2008 09:22:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Call in the troops - gather as many friends together as can reasonably fit in your teen room and be productive; and turn the event into a fun painting party. As an incentive promise your friends you'll order pizza afterwards and return the favor when it comes time to makeover their own bedrooms (which chances are good they'll be doing sooner than later once they see how awesome your teen room turned out).]]></description>
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<title>What Color Should I Paint My Teen Room?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2008 09:21:46 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Never underestimate the power of a good color. When it comes to deciding on a color to paint your teen room give some thought to your favorite colors and the feelings you attach to them.]]></description>
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<title>How to Make Over a Teenage Boy's Bedroom</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2008 16:35:06 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When it comes to a teenage boy bedroom makeover it's important to consider the kind of bedroom decor which appeals to you most. Give some thought to not only paint colors, wall treatments, wall art and bedding but things like furniture and shelving as well. Any teenage boy bedroom makeover should be a reflection of you and your unique personality. ]]></description>
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<title>How to Decorate a Teenage Girl's Bedroom</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2008 16:34:33 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When it comes to decorating a teenage girl bedroom the Internet is your shopping mall. First off, do some online window shopping for a little inspiration and see what's available to coordinate the look and feel you want your girl room to have. There are all sorts of things you can use to decorate a teenage girl bedroom. For instance, a pretty duvet with coordinating pillows can really bring a teenage girl's room together. ]]></description>
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<title>7 Healthy Child Lunch Box Tips &amp; Ideas</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Aug 2007 14:21:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Packing a healthy child lunch your children will enjoy day in and day out certainly isn't an easy task. It's hard to keep coming up with fresh ideas for packed lunches for the 20 or so school days there are in a month. No wonder we often rely on the same old lunch recipe favorites. Here are a few of my favorite kid lunch box ideas. I'm sure you've heard some of them before but I'm hoping you'll find a few new ideas to inspire you.]]></description>
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<title>Back To School Means Getting Your Kids Organized And Back On Track</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Aug 2007 10:58:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There's no time like the present to start thinking about getting your kids organized for the school year. It's just like back to school shopping why fight the crowds the last week of August when you can get a jump start on things right now? I've spoken with several friends recently who have agreed one of their biggest hurdles each fall is getting their kids up and out each morning. Over coffee we discussed what works and what doesn't within their respective families. ]]></description>
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<title>10 Creative Ideas For Decorating And Organizing Your Dorm Room</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Aug 2007 10:41:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The best way to start any dorm room decorating project is to select a quality comforter that not only reflects your personal style but can be used as the color or pattern foundation for your dorm room. Following are 10 creative ideas for decorating and organizing your dorm room for little money.]]></description>
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<title>Thinking Outside the Summer Camp Lunch Box</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jul 2007 14:30:25 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[School may be out for the summer but if you've got kids in day camp chances are good you're still packing lunches. After ten months of school lunches most kids are tired of sandwiches and even once enjoyed lunch favorites hold little appeal. In my mind, the key to good camp lunches is to think outside the traditional 'lunch' box. ]]></description>
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<title>How to Save Money With a 'Green' Lunch Box</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jul 2007 11:33:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Kid's lunches - they sure have come a long way from the days when I was a kid and when a meat sandwich, some cut-up carrots, a couple of homemade cookies, milk and piece of fruit were my lunch box staples. 
A typical kid's lunch today contains pre-packaged foods like cheese and crackers, fruit cups and other individually portioned snacks that are not only not environmentally wise but also considerably more expensive.]]></description>
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<title>Organizing - Is It Worth The Effort?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jul 2007 11:04:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Is your home full of a multitude of things you don't love or even use? If so, think about how much energy this excessive clutter really takes up. I'm sure you've heard all about good energy and bad energy. Good energy comes from an organized home. Bad energy comes from cluttered surroundings and a home and lifestyle which leave you feeling nothing but drained.]]></description>
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<title>5 Fun Lunch Ideas to Put a Smile on Your Child's Face</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jul 2007 09:49:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[All it takes is one good lunch idea to put a smile on your child's face. What child won't love having a lunch that's the envy of her classmates?]]></description>
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<title>How To Find The Right Lamp Or Ceiling Light Fixture For Your Child's Bedroom</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jul 2007 09:42:30 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Before hitting the closest lighting retail outlet in search of the perfect child lamp or ceiling light fixture for your child's bedroom you need to first become familiar with the basic concepts of effective lighting. In any kid room you need to consider ambient, task and accent lighting.]]></description>
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<title>Super Salads - A Great Child Lunch Recipe Idea</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jul 2007 09:09:36 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Some kids may not like salads but many do. If your child is anything like my 11 year old son, there is little else he likes more than taking a hearty salad to school. Among his favorite recipes are a pasta and bean salad I refer to as a Tex Mex Salad - our cold version of Pasta Primavera - a bean and bacon salad made with green beans - a broccoli and cauliflower salad with cheese and bacon - and a carrot, raisin and pineapple salad to ensure that he gets his daily quota of fruits and veggies. ]]></description>
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<title>10 Tips for Finding the Right Summer Camp for Your Kid</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 28 Jan 2007 13:29:51 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's that time of year again when the thoughts of many busy parents turn to summer and the advance planning of it all. With our hectic work schedules sometimes the best option is to send our kids off to camp. 
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<title>How To Conquer Kids' Clutter In Five Easy Steps</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2007 17:06:35 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Tired of a constant mess? If you find yourself overwhelmed by your child's clutter get everyone involved in doing something about it. With these creative ideas you will make it easier for your child to maintain some reasonable form of organization.]]></description>
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<title>10 Kid-Friendly Valentine Gift Ideas from the Heart</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2007 16:14:56 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[With February 14th just around the corner there's no better time than now to start thinking about creative ways to express your affection.

This Valentines Day take a few minutes out of your busy schedule and surprise your children with something that speaks volumes about how much they're loved.

All you need is a few supplies, a couple of different sized "heart" cookie cutters and lots of imagination. ]]></description>
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<title>Creative Ways to Say &quot;I Love You&quot; Using Heart-shaped Cookie Cutters</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jan 2007 20:32:32 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Whether it's Valentines Day or any other day of the year, a heart-shaped gift speaks volumes about how much you care. So dig out those heart cookie cutters and get creative.

If you're looking for a little inspiration here's some of my favorite 'cookie cutter' ways to say I love you 365 days a year:
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<title>Is Your Child's Lunch Box Safe?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Apr 2006 08:44:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Did you know that your child can get food poisoning from food that has come in contact with the interior of her lunch box? To avoid food borne odors and possible food poisoning it's important that lunch bags or boxes are routinely cleaned.

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<title>What Goes Into A Healthy Kid Lunch?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Apr 2006 08:24:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A healthy and varied kid lunch box starts with having the essentials on hand. This includes a quality unbreakable thermos (for keeping foods either hot or cold), a thermal lunch bag (to preserve freshness), a freezer pack (to maintain a cool temperature), some plastic cutlery, a reusable drink box and an assortment of storage containers with tight-fitting lids. Once you have the basics of your kid lunch box assembled you can switch your focus to the kinds of nutritious foods you'll be packing.

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<title>Organizing Kid Rooms Made Easy With Teamwork</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Mar 2006 14:20:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Whether you're decorating an empty kid's room from scratch, freshening up their room with a little paint, creating a functional storage system or simply trying to clear the clutter - it's important that you work as a team. Decorating and organizing kid rooms takes teamwork. Of course, with babies and toddlers you need to take full control but as your children grow so should their responsibility in caring for their room. ]]></description>
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<title>An Organized School Year In 10 Easy Steps</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2006 04:42:11 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Organizing your kids and keeping them organized throughout the school year can be a real challenge. But it doesn't have to be. With an effective organizational system, your family can experience a life without chaos and clutter.   It all starts with establishing a system that works. As parents we're in the driver's seat when it comes to teaching our children how to be responsible individuals. ]]></description>
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<title>An Organized Workspace Helps Keep Kids On Track</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2006 04:05:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Homework is a fact of life for most school kids and their parents. For me keeping my kids on track starts with creating a positive and well organized workspace.  As a founder of a local neighborhood after school program, I have come up with a list of ideas I believe go along way to encouraging and enhancing homework completion.  First and foremost, develop an organized homework routine. ]]></description>
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<title>Creative Solutions For Priority Management At Home</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2006 04:02:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Identify the most harried moments in your day and devise a creative solution to get you thorough. Sometimes it comes down to a little priority management. For instance, the at home hours between returning home and eating dinner can be the most hectic, especially when you have 'hungry' little ones underfoot. ]]></description>
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<title>Shared Bedrooms - How To Make It Work</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2006 09:58:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you have more children than you have space, it's time for some creative solutions.

Sharing a bedroom means having two of everything - duplicate beds, dressers, storage units etc. To avoid conflict over who has the better desk or dresser consider the same furnishings for both children.

Their individuality is expressed in your creative approach to decorating each child's own space.
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<title>How To Plan Your Child's Bedroom Makeover</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2006 09:55:34 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[So your child wants a bedroom makeover. But where's a parent to begin?

The best place to start is with your child. Talk to her about her current likes and dislikes. Knowing ahead of time what she favors and what she doesn't will save a lot of time and unnecessary purchases later on.
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<title>How To Create A Fun &amp; Functional Child Playroom</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2006 09:52:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Play is what being a kid is all about. By creating a fun and functional child playroom we give our kids the best foundation there is. 

Having a room where imagination fuels the play is where it's at. Child playrooms are all about giving your children the space and the equipment needed to inspire play. All children need is imagination and a child playroom to be creative in.
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<title>How To Use Color And Creativity To Store Kid Stuff</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2006 09:30:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you overwhelmed by clothes, books and toys everywhere? If you answered yes, just imagine how your child feels. With so much kid stuff everywhere room cleaning is anything but fun.

That's where a little color and creativity comes in. Conquering clutter doesn't have to be a chore. With a solid plan and a little patience you can turn a messy child's room into an organized environment in a matter of hours.
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<title>Decorating Tips For Teen Rooms</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2006 09:27:35 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Teen rooms can be a real challenge but they don't have to be. The most important thing to remember when decorating or redecorating a teen room is to keep an open mind and listen to your teen's thoughts regarding her own space.

You see, teens have their own style and in most cases desire a room the reflects their individuality. For parents sometimes it's hard to accept that our teens decorating ideas may not match our own.
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<title>How To Create The Perfect Infant Nursery</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2006 20:54:11 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Decorating and furnishing a nursery for your newborn is one of the most enjoyable do-it-yourself projects you can do. 

That said, any decorating scheme should be carefully thought out and personal. Your infant's nursery should be a place that comforts both you and your child during the bonding process.

Selecting the overall room color is your first step to creating just the right feel. For instance, a calm color scheme in aqua or sky blue gives a sense of space in an otherwise small room. 
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<title>How To Raise Organized Children</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2006 20:49:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Teaching kids to be organized is like shoveling while it's snowing. It's frustrating and at times you feel like you're not getting anywhere. The good news is that it's possible to raise organized children, the bad news is it isn't a one shot deal. 

First you have to realize that organizing is a process. It's very much like helping them with their homework, it takes guidance and three crucial 'P's' - planning, patience and perseverance.

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<title>Jazz Up Your Child's Bedroom With Borders And Stencils</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2006 11:54:08 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One of the easiest and most fun ways to jazz up your child's bedroom is to use wallpaper borders and stencils.

Get your child in on the fun by taking her with you to a local paint and paper store. Surprising your child with a finished room is not a good idea unless you know exactly what her likes are. Remember since it's your child's room you're 'jazzing' up, it's important that her preferences carry more weight than your personal tastes. 

The upside to a wallpaper border is that it's less expensive than overall wall coverings and it's an effective way to 'trim' your child's room and pull together a particular look.
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<title>Smart Time Management Tips</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2006 11:33:16 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[From time to time most of us struggle with time management, how to find enough time in our day and how to make that time work for us. 

Good time management skills are developed over time. It all starts with learning just what is slowing us down and what types of things keep getting in the way of our productivity.
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<title>How To Organize Your Home For Summer Living</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2006 11:26:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Summer is the season of exterior pleasures - soaking up the sun, enjoying a refreshing beverage on your deck and cooling off with a swim. So with summer just around the corner now is the time to turn our organizing thoughts to outdoor pleasures.

Spring is the perfect time to gather all the necessary supplies you'll need for summer. (I'm assuming you've already cleaned your outdoor furniture and have set up your porch swing or hammock. If not, get to it. No sense, putting it off. After all, you'll need a place to relax once you get everything done.)
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<title>How To Spring Clean Your Life</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2006 11:25:11 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Outside the buds are experiencing a rebirth and the tulips are welcoming spring with their annual sense of renewal but inside your home it may be a totally different story. 

Has winter left you with a cluttered living space? 

Is your disorganized home depleting your energy and depressing your spirit? 

If so, it's time for a little spring cleaning of your home, body and soul. 

Do yourself a favor and make spring cleaning and conquering clutter part of your annual routine.]]></description>
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<title>Practical Furnishing Ideas For Kid Rooms</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2006 11:09:10 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Kids and quality go hand and hand. Kids will be kids. They are often rough and tuff on furniture. So when it comes to kid room furnishing ideas it's wise to make quality purchases that will not only last but will grow right along with them.

Take for instance, double and triple function furnishings. This kind of furniture is a real blessing as it can take your toddler right through to his teen years.

One of my favorite bedroom furnishing ideas are 3-in-1 one units which feature a sleeping area, storage space and a place to study.
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<title>How To Get Organized In 30 Minutes A Day</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2006 11:00:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you unhappy with the disorganized state of your home? 

Do you find yourself too busy to conquer your clutter and clean your home too?

Does the thought of getting your home under control overwhelm you?

If you answered yes to all the above then you're in good company. Many working parents find keeping a handle on their work and home lives a daily challenge.

Things are further complicated by the fact that not all of us can justify the cost of hiring out our household chores.

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