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It’s never too early to teach our children about personal finance.

Now that my girls’ wisdom teeth are gone, this tradition is, too.

Did you hear about it? It’s dangerous.

Luggage. Here’s why.

My husband is happier now and looks younger, because of it.

I’m disillusioned by what the holiday has become.

Sometimes, we plan for a trip to Italy but ultimately learn Holland is just as nice.

Two friends – and my mom – taught me that life is worth celebrating. Every day.

I’ve been a card-carrying member of the “Sandwich Generation” for some time now.

When all is said and done, I’ve got three hours left to instill the knowledge and wisdom necessary for my firstborn to survive after graduation.

Never in a million years, did I think I would be writing about this from first-hand experience. I was wrong.

Yes, it’s true. I was alive when there were only three channels on TV. I was the remote control.

I began my quest to purchase a retro aluminum Christmas tree after seeing them in Martha Stewart Living. I did not let it bother me too much that my birth date preceded these “vintage” trees. If Martha considers it a “good thing,” who am I to disagree?

Hi. My Name is Mara Rasure, and I am the mother of teenagers.