Common financial mistakes to avoid

Common financial mistakes to avoid

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Looking for analog hobbies? Try writing a letter

Unlike texting and email, old-fashioned letters, hand-addressed and sent in the mail, are "read intentionally," says Rachel Syme of The New Yorker. In her book, Syme's Letter Writer, Syme offers advice on what to write about, how to find the perfect stationery, and why we should ...  Show more

Drowning in toys? Here’s how to handle kid clutter

Having kids comes with a lot of clutter - some of it even shows up before your baby does. From toys that overflow from the toy chest, to unwanted hand-me-downs, and piles of art your kids make, you can't keep it all. Psychotherapist Denaye Barahona offers advice for parents on th ...  Show more

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