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January 2012

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Doable New Year’s resolutions for your family

Caitlin Murray Giles -
Have trouble keeping New Year's resolutions? Caitlin Murray Giles has some advice to make simpler - and doable - goals.
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Get organized, get cooking

Christine Palumbo -
If one of your New Year's resolutions is to get organized, why not start in your kitchen?
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Four places for parents to exercise in Chicago

Sara Rontal Fisher -
New for 2012, city mom Sara Fisher is on the hunt for the hippest things to do in the city. She kicks off her new column, Best in Chi, by burning through a few calories.
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Devin Hester goes to Wonderland Express

Devin Hester -
The Hesters hit the Wonderland Express at the Chicago Botanic Garden to get that holiday feeling. Hurry, it closes Jan. 1.
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Throw those old medications out

Dr. Lisa Thornton -
The medicine cabinet tends to be a place we overlook when it comes to organizing. The new year is a good time to get it in order.
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Cell phone in the toilet. Can it be saved?

Sharon Miller Cindrich -
It happens, the cell phone plops in the toilet or goes through the washing machine. Is all lost? Before you despair, try drying it out first.
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A 3-step plan to teach your kids about credit

Lela Davidson -
Do your kids think your ATM and credit card equal free money? Here are three simple ways to teach them about those bits of plastic.
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Get your family in shape

Jennifer DuBose -
Kick off 2012 by taking stock in your family's life. Columnist Jennifer DuBose provides the tips to get you started.
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