I spent almost $300 to rent a private floating sauna in Norway. It turned out to be the highlight of our family trip.

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One of the author's sons jumps from the top deck of a floating sauna.
The author said her sons enjoyed jumping from the top deck of the floating sauna.

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I stayed in the car and let my kids shop alone. It gave them independence, but showed me I have more to teach them.

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The author sent her kids into the grocery store alone.

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Kids need these 3 things to thrive in the AI era, futurist Peter Diamandis says

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Peter Diamandis
Peter Diamandis is a futurist, author, and podcast host.

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I bought disposable cameras for an anniversary trip with my husband. Using them brought us closer together.

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The author and her husband in St. Augustine, FL.
The author admitted framing photos took some extra thought when using a disposable camera (as shown above), but the experience brought her and her husband closer together on a recent trip.

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My family gave up most of our belongings when we moved from the US to Spain. We're surprised by what we actually miss.

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Rebecca Cretella and her family in Spain
Both of my sons are enrolled in an international school in Las Rozas.

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I wanted better maternity wear, so I made my own. Now I run a successful company that has grown along with my family.

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The brand Ingrid & Isabel was born from the founder's necessity for a belly band during pregnancy.

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I was on the first-ever Disney cruise; this summer, I'll take my 100th. Now I get to enjoy them with my adult children and grandkids.

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Faith Colletti and her family of eight met Belle from "Beauty and the Beast" on a Christmas-themed cruise.

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My tween enjoys shows intended for more mature viewers. Watching them together has sparked many meaningful conversations.

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A mother and daughter sit on a couch watching TV together.
The author (not pictured) said that watching more mature, but still appropriate, TV shows with her tween has created a safe place for them to talk about important topics together.

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I moved from the US to Korea, where I planned to stay forever — then I had kids

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Derek Laan wearing a balzer and posing with autumn trees in the background.
Derek Laan moved to Korea in his 20s, where he built his career and life.

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I didn't like that my son was spending his allowance on gaming purchases. Turns out, he was learning financial responsibility.

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