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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Ben Stiller says splitting up and getting back together with his wife helped him be a 'better parent'

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Ben Stiller.

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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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I moved my daughter from a small private high school school in Hawaii to a larger public school in Seattle. Now she's thriving.

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The author said her daughter spent most of her life in Hawaii, and she was nervous about moving with her to Seattle.

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We were empty nesters for 6 months. Then our kids started moving back in with us.

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Three of Randy Charach's daughters came back home after leaving him and his wife as empty nesters.

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Kids can get bored visiting temples, museums, and other historical sights during international travel. I have a no-fail fix.

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The author said her kids can grow tired of visiting museums and other historical stops during international travel. To keep them happy, she tries add a visit to an amusement park to their itinerary.

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