Monthly Archives: August 2013

Back to School Shopping: Not for Wimps

Posted on August 28, 2013 by thedaughterdiaries

One thing I have learned over the years… back-to-school shopping is serious business.  Especially if you are a teenaged girl.  This is no time for funny business or lollygagging leisurely through the mall. This is no time for stopping for … Continue reading →

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Judging People: A Handy Life Skill

Posted on August 15, 2013 by thedaughterdiaries

My teenagers often accuse me of being overly judgmental.  When they say this, I usually vehemently and righteously reject this, on principal, of course.  After all, that’s not very good parenting, now is it?  We’re supposed to teach our children … Continue reading →

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Starting High School: Advice for the Incoming Freshman

Posted on August 9, 2013 by thedaughterdiaries

It’s almost here.  After much anticipation and a little bit of dread, Emily, 14, starts her first year of high school in a couple of weeks. Summer went by with blinding speed this year. I asked Emily how she feels … Continue reading →

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Dinner Date Etiquette: Dating Tips for High School Guys

Posted on August 2, 2013 by thedaughterdiaries

Dinner Date Etiquette: Dating Tips for High School Guys by Cindy Haney As a Mom of a teen daughter who is just beginning to date, I’ve said before (read it here), that I am concerned about the cluelessness of high school … Continue reading →

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