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Updated Nov 22, 2024
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How to Keep Family Out of Our Finances!

August 11, 2009 by N S. - Elgin, IL

Things have been tough for us for a while financially, and recently I lost my job. Still, we struggle along. Recen...

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How to Deal with Bridezilla???

October 16, 2008 by Jackie M. - Antioch, IL

Ladies, I need your help! My brother is getting married next October and his fianace is out of control. I don't kno...

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In-Law Help and Leaving Kids in Carseats

October 08, 2008 by Mary P. - Chicago, IL

Today I left my baby in the (locked of course) car for about 20 seconds while I ran in the house to get something I'd...

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Hurtful Mother-in-law

April 15, 2009 by Maura S. - Palatine, IL

Should I have a conversation about this or ignore it? It's so hurtful to us both. I've never let them see when I'm hu...

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Bath Time by Sis's Boyfriend

April 12, 2008 by Gloria P B. - Round Lake, IL

my sister and her boyfriend have been babysitting my daugther so I can work late at night. My sister told me that he...

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How to Handle Mother in Law

July 30, 2009 by H E. - Chicago, IL

My mother in law is one of the nicest people I know. However, she is retired and my son who is turning 4 in September...

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Need Ideas for Mom's 65Th Bday!

September 27, 2007 by Lisa M. - Aurora, IL

My mom is about to turn 65! At 60 we took her and all our kids on a cruise. Times were better then. We can't spend th...

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Frustration with Grown Sibling

July 24, 2009 by Amy C. - Crystal Lake, IL

Hi, I need advice. My mom, 70+ is widowed and living on her own. All the sibs are 40+ and as a daughter, it seems ...

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Sugar Rush

October 30, 2006 by Amanda H. - Riverton, IL

I took my son to my aunt's house for a visit. He's fourteen months old. From the time I got there I was having to d...

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Extended Family Issues....Hellllllppppp

October 30, 2006 by Karen B. - Bartlett, IL

Hi Everyone, I have a 2.5 year old son and a 13 month old daughter. When we go to a very close extended family memb...