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Reader Survey & Giveaway

Every so often we like to check in with you, the readers who make the Family Matters Blog the community it is. We want to know what we can do to […]

Coiffure, Commitment and the Lady in Seat 28D

She sat in seat 28D.  About two thirds of the way back in the coach section. For most people, it’s fairly easy to blend in with fellow travelers on a […]

The Sisterhood of Twitter

It’s true, I’m always late to the party.  So, I was a late adopter to Twitter.  I just didn’t understand the purpose behind the seemingly random statements made throughout the […]

Making it Pro

While many children dream of one day donning the uniform of their favorite pro sports team, the journey can be an arduous one.  And, while the benefits of participating in […]

Living Beyond Fairytales

Do you sometimes feel like your life has no direction and your days have little purpose? I don’t mean all the time, but every once in a while? You know […]

How Are You? | Moving beyond “I’m fine” and finding depth in the answer.

I often tell my clients that the million-dollar question I am going to ask them every week is as simple as, “How are you?”  These 3 little words pack a […]

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A Kimmel Tradition – Fudge

It would not be Christmastime at the Kimmel house without several batches of this great fudge recipe. When our kids were younger and you could still bring homemade gifts to […]

Season of Advent | A Weekly Reading (Week 4)

Def: (n) advent -coming or arrival. Advent is a season of spiritual reflection that is recognized by Christians all around the world. Advent is traditionally celebrated in the four weeks […]

Last Minute Guest COULD Spoil Dinner – So could Hostess

The day was finally here. Days (not hours) of preparation had already taken place and now, it was about time to serve the holiday meal. I was excited to have […]