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Chris Donnelly: My son is the LeBron James of selective hearing

He’s a best-in-class parental ignorer, and it’s infuriating.


Jill Koegel: Not on a diet? Then it’s not cheating

“Cheating” is for diets. And I’m not a fan of diets.


Danielle Herzog: Kansas City Triathlon: Race day jitters and uncertainty

My husband and brother-in-law trained the past 14 weeks for it.


Tracie McPherson: The greedy American way: Buy, buy, buy

Maybe the cure is to ask yourself: “Do you need it or want it?” Who am I kidding, that didn’t work for me.


Jessica Brashear: 5 things I never thought I’d do

Now with kids, I’m breaking every single promise to myself.


Julie Anderson: Allow your child to follow his reading interests

Researchers who’ve studied how to get boys to read say parents and teachers need to follow their interests.


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Josie Loza: A little food, a lot of magic
Josie Loza Omaha World-Herald

Editor’s Note: This story was originally published on Omaha.com

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Magic show big part of Wizard’s Banquet

The Omaha Magical Society will have its eighth annual Wizard’s Banquet on Saturday at the Scott Conference Center, 6450 Pine St.

Strolling wizards will entertain during the 6 p.m. social hour. The dinner will begin at 7 p.m., and the stage magic show will follow. Tickets are $40 per adult and $15 per child. Make reservations by calling 402-896-8475.

– Compiled by Sue Truax

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MOMAHA'S EVENING CHILDREN'S STORY TIME
7 p.m. Friday, May 31
Bookworm Bookstore, near 87th and Pacific Streets
Encourage your little one to wear pajamas and bring a small stuffed animal.


EVERY THURSDAY
Momaha on the radio
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Bloggers Melissa Cruickshank and Heidi Woodard on the Pat and J.T. Show on Q98.5 FM. Call 402-962-9898 to join the conversation.


EVERY FRIDAY
Momaha live chat
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