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Archive for August, 2010

In ancient Greece “drama” was the generic term for a performance. Drama could be a tragedy, or comedy, or even a burlesque, but it was always fictional. Raising a teenager can feel like you’re in the middle of a real-life Grecian drama without a genre. One moment you’re pulling out your hair in frustration, and [...]

How to keep your upholstered furniture looking fabulous

Posted by Jessica on August 27th, 2010

Before: what you can do before you get the fabulous furniture Before you buy upholstered furniture for your home, consider your lifestyle. It might not be a great idea to put upholstery in your kid’s bedroom because it can be more difficult to remove stains from upholstery, for instance. If you are thinking of buying [...]

Teens and Dating: How serious should it be?

Posted by kstuart on August 23rd, 2010

I remember well the angsty days of teenage life.  Oh the insecurities and the fears and the tears that were shed over the everyday tragedies such as “I just have nothing to wear. Gah!” As if there wasn’t enough drama with raging hormones and the awkwardness of being trpped between childhood and adulthood, a dating [...]

Back to School Supplies: Eco backpacks, lunch bags and flair

Posted by Jessica on August 20th, 2010

After a long, hot, relaxing summer full of swimming pools and late-night snacks, kids aren’t always thrilled to trudge out of bed to start the new school year. But there is something about a new back pack or case full of unused pencils that make the first weeks of classes that little bit easier. And [...]

Party on, teens

Posted by Jessica on August 16th, 2010

As the summer sun begins to wane into cooler beginnings for a new school year, adults like to relax and watch the seasons change. Their teens, conversely, want to party it up before school starts. It is both natural and healthy for teenage kids to want to socialize with their friends both inside the home [...]