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My name is Dina, I am 30yrs old and from South Jersey.

I have three children; one son, age 6 and two year old fraternal twin daughters.

I am from Lancaster County PA, and although I currently reside in Southern Jersey, I still refer to Pennsylvania as

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Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: The top 10 things you want to do in your life: 5 of 287
God willing, I hope to achieve many things in my lifetime. However there are a few things that I really would like to do before I am called to heaven.1) I want to graduate college with my Master's Degree. Due to a lot of roadblocks in my life, most being financial, my college education keeps getting put on the back burner. I ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy Ways to eliminate nausea during pregnancy: 1 of 23
Remember the days when you were on the bathroom floor with your face over the toilet? You were holding your hair back and just thinking that you would rather die than deal with the nausea and sickness you were going through? I am not talking about the hangovers when you were in college. I am talking about that wonderful first... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections Archives US elections 2008: How campaign sparring between Clinton and Obama benefits McCain: 1 of 23
While the Democrats play the game of he-said, she-said, John McCain can utilize this as an opportunity to focus on his campaign for the White House. Usually by this point in an election year, the nominees are already assumed for each party. However, with the Democratic race being neck and neck and most likely going all the wa... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Accessories Things you need for your first baby: 1 of 22
There is so much excitement and joy when you have your first baby. Most new moms can't wait to run to Babies R Us and create a baby registry filled with what they think are "must have items" for their new little bundle of joy. While there are tons of cute little outfits and cool gadgets on the market for babies, you really on... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Broken heart: 19 of 249
I stare.I stare deep into your eyes.Your powerful gaze moves my soul.It lifts from my body.I stand still.Paralyzed.I try to look away but your love won't let me.It keeps pulling me back.My soul drops back into my body.I reach for your hand, but I can't.You have something in it.My heart.You stole it.My love for you usn't real ... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness How to wake up early: 1 of 13
Studies show that adults need seven to eight hours of sleep per night to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Waking up early does not come naturally to most people; therefore you need to train your body for early rising. As children and young teens, the only time you needed to rise early was for school; now as college students, you... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Developmental Stages What is a "high-need" baby?: 1 of 12
A high needs baby is one that is extremely demanding and abnormally fussy. They usually require a lot more attention than the average baby and they usually have a tougher time falling into a routine of some sorts. High needs babies never seem to be happy and sometimes cry because the sky is blue. They challenge even the most ... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet Tips How to lose weight after having a baby: 3 of 30
A new baby is a miracle of life; however it can have a negative impact on a woman's body. With all the beautiful Victoria's Secret models being flaunted in the faces of new mothers, it is hard not to look at yourself in the mirror and be positive. Unless you are a Hollywood superstar who can afford a personal trainer, then ch... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning (Other) How to keep a clean, organized home when you have small children: 2 of 20
Do you have CHAOS (Cant Have Anyone Over Syndrome)? You have small children, but it is driving you nuts to see a chaotic mess throughout the house. Yet you do not know how to schedule the time into your day to clean, do laundry and cook dinner. You watched "The Stepford Wives" and you see they did it, so why can't you? It act... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Problems Parents Face The stay-at-home mom's guide to staying sane: 4 of 37
The Stay at home mom's guide to staying sane: Sounds like an oxymoron, doesn't it? As a stay at home mom to one year old twin girls and a five year old boy, I am surprised that I can actually call myself sane; however I will for the sake of this article. Being a stay at home mom is tough, and trust me you do lose brain cells ... More..