My 3 kids spend little time with their grandpa. So, we flew across the country for a surprise visit.

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Wendy Altschuler traveled with her three sons to Montana to surprise Grandpaw.

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My biggest parenting mistake was making my kids the center of my world. Women need an identity beyond 'mom.'

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The author, not pictured, devoted her life to her kids.

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I'm a mom of 3 and my house was full of stuff my kids didn't use. Decluttering made space for new interests and memories.

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The author had a hard time letting go of things because she had memories of her children playing with them.

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My daughter hates her name because it's traditionally used for boys. I hope one day she learns to love how different it is.

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The author (not pictured) named her daughter Kyle and hopes she grows to love her name someday.

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Tia Mowry found a good use for her wedding ring after the divorce, so the marriage doesn't feel like 'a waste'

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Tia Mowry says she repurposed her wedding ring after her divorce.

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They moved to Scotland from California with their 3 kids. It's safer, slower, and they have a better work-life balance.

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Zack and Annie moved to Scotland from California with their three kids.

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I'm a single mom to a toddler and only book luxury resorts for us. It allows me to also enjoy our vacation.

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The author books luxury resorts to go to with her toddler instead of family-friendly resorts.

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I'm a multimillionaire and father of 3. I'll pay for my kids' college, but I didn't mind when my middle son decided it wasn't for him.

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Greg Clement became a millionaire at 33.

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I'm a mom of 6 and would have more kids if I could afford them. Our house is full of laughter and chaos, but I love it.

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I stopped saving for my son's college tuition. I decided to save for my forever home instead.

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The author, left, has decided not to save for her son's college tuition.

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