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Tuesday
Apr012008

Keeping it real

When parents were divvied up and kids assigned to families, I think my friend Bridget's kids got a pretty good deal. It seems to me, from my (admittedly distant) view on the other side of the country, Bridget has a great approach. Her letter this week sums up her philosophy: keep it real. Tell stories. Laugh. Let your kids know that you were one, too, once. Check it out here.

DateTuesday, April 1, 2008 | tagged | Comment1 Comment

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Awww, shucks. Thanks Annie. Right back at ya. You're an inspiration.

04.1.2008 | Unregistered CommenterBridget

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