I send my kids to their grandparents for 2 weeks every year. They make memories and I reconnect with my husband.

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Our 4 kids only participate in 1 after-school activity each. It helps us stay on budget and leaves room for family time.

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The author said she limits her kids (not pictured) to participating in one after-school activity at a time.

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Youth soccer was demanding, and wearing my family out. My son's coach came up with a surprising solution.

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The author's kids spending time together at home.
The author spoke with her son's soccer coach, and he now attends fewer practices in favor of spending time at home with his family.

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I quit my job and moved back in with my parents. I sleep in a blow-up bed in the kitchen so my teen can have a room of her own.

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Laura Kerr moved in with her parents and set up a bed in their kitchen

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My 3 kids are all 5 years apart. The age gap brings benefits and challenges.

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The author's kids are all five years apart.

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My husband got a job in a different city when our kids were in high school and college. The move was one of the hardest things I've ever done.

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The author (shown with her husband) said it took time for her to feel comfortable in a new city after a big move.

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My boyfriend was killed 3 years ago. I'm hosting a sisterhood wedding to share my vows with those who helped me through my grief.

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Kaky Daniel grew up moving around for her dad's job.

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I was overwhelmed planning a trip to Japan with my kids. A group tour was the solution.

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The author was overwhelmed when planning a trip to Japan with her kids.

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My parents lived with my family of 7 after selling their house. There were challenges, but I'd do it again in a heartbeat.

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The author's parents moved in with her and her family.

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As a mother, I'm constantly surrounded by people, but I still feel lonely. I'm often too distracted to connect.

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Though she's often surrounded by people, the author (pictured with her family) says she still experiences loneliness.

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