My 11-year-old son used AI to build his own video game — I see it as a creativity boost, not a threat

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Michele Ragon's 11-year-old son, Jacob, is using Copilot to create video games.

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I wouldn't trade my daughter for anything. I wish I knew more about the challenges of IVF.

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Marta Milans is getting ready to go through IVF for a second time.

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I spend thousands a year on piano lessons for my kids. Now I'm taking them, too.

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The author playing at her piano recital.
The author said she didn't take piano lessons as a child, but is enjoying learning alongside her own children now.

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My family moved from the US to Spain. Claude has helped us navigate a new language and systems.

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The author uses Claude to navigate Spain.

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My family of 5 went to see the Mets at Citi Field. Having lounge access made such a difference with our kids.

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Family at Citi Field
The author took her kids, all 8 and under, to see the Mets.

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I just moved my daughter out of her freshman year college dorm. Here's everything I wish I'd known ahead of her first year.

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The author (right) moved her daughter (left) out of her freshman year dorm.

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Taking my dad to the World Cup after his stroke taught me a lot. Mostly, it taught me not to underestimate him.

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Daughter and dad at World Cup
The author's dad suffered a stroke six months ago.

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I live within 30 minutes of my 5 grandchildren. To keep our bond strong, I follow 10 rules.

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The author (not pictured) says that she has made sure to give the parents of her grandchildren the space they need to make mistakes.

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My grandson clung to his dad at drop-off. By bedtime, everything was different.

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A grandmother and grandson feeding birds in the park

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My 11-year-old son convinced me to buy a Lotto ticket after a rough month. We used our winnings for a family treat.

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The author bought a lottery ticket with all her family numbers, and they won enough to go out for ice cream.

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