I went on a vacation without my family. I don't feel selfish about it.

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The author enjoying the sights of Vancouver

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I'm a pediatrician and mom of 2. If your child has an activity every night after school, they're overbooked.

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I wanted the items my daughter grows out of to have a meaningful second life. 'Buy Nothing' groups help me see they'll go to good use.

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The author says selling her daughter's used items was a hassle, and she worried her donations would be trashed. 'Buy Nothing' groups offer a great solution.

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I don't care what caused my son's autism. I care about getting him the resources he needs to thrive.

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High angle view of human hands sorting and recognizing plastic items becomes a meaningful therapeutic exercise

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My daughters inspired me to launch my company. It was acquired for more than $205 million.

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My family has traveled all over the world. My kids' top 4 trips surprised me.

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The author with two of her children on a trip to Jordan.
My kids have traveled all over the world with me. I was surprised to hear that our recent trip to Jordan was one of their favorites.

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Reese Witherspoon, 49, says she's 'exhausted' parenting her third, but raising 2 older kids showed her what not to stress over

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Reese Witherspoon says her experience with her older children has shaped how she approaches parenting her youngest.

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My daughter is studying abroad in Italy this semester. I didn't expect to be this panicked about the distance.

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The author's daughter is studying abroad in Rome.

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I called my sister and her friend answered as a joke. We talked for 20 minutes, and now we're married.

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The author said a girls' trip to Seattle changed her whole life.

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My husband and I chose to live in Washington, DC, based on job opportunities. I wish we'd chosen to live closer to family.

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The author with her family in Washington, DC.
The author and her husband decided to stay in Washington, DC, after college.

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