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Moms Talk Q&A: New Year's Resolutions

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New Year's means new resolutions. On every New Year's Day, I contemplate possible resolutions for the coming year. And subsequently, each year, I become disappointed with myself for failing to follow through with my goals. Are we setting ourselves up for failure by choosing resolutiond that are sometimes impossible to attain? Does anyone ever come up with truly appropriate, achievable resolutions for the New Year? Why do we do this to ourselves at the turn of each year? When did making resolutions become a tradition, and why? The act reportedly dates back to the early Babylonians, whose resolutions—while they did not model the resolutions of modern times—have shaped the tradition. This year, I've decided to try something different. I've …

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Grab-and-Go Kids' Planner: Ringing in 2012

Looking for the hottest spots to take the kids this weekend? Look no further—we've compiled them all for you.

Planning to ring in the new year family-style this weekend? These family-friendly New Year's events will have everyone entering 2012 with a smile.   Event:  First Night Haddonfield Where: Haddonfield Visitor Center, 2 Kings Ct., Haddonfield When: Saturday, Dec. 31, at 6 p.m. Why Go: Join Haddonfield for a family-oriented New Year's Eve bash. Multiple events will be hosted throughout the borough, beginning at 6 p.m. And with a variety of options to choose from, there will be something for everyone. This is Haddonfield's fourteenth year hosting First Night. Live entertainment will ensue, with this year's performer lineup including Tommy Cash (Johnny Cash's brother), The Amazing Kreskin, and Searson and Galumpha. To please your wee ones, head…

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Patch Picks—Where to Have New Year's Brunch

From down-home goodness to uptown haute cuisine, the perfect New Year's brunch can set the tone for your 2012.

The Mansion on Main, 3000 Main St., Voorhees If you’re feeling really fancy on the first day of 2012, you may want to treat yourself to a gourmet food spectacular. The Mansion is going all-out this New Year’s Day with a “Dickens Feast,” featuring special decorations and sumptuous brunch choices ranging from traditional eggs and bacon to seafood and meats. Hold on to the holiday just a wee bit longer; you’ll be back to the old grind before you know it! For more information, visit mansiononmainstreet.com or call 856-751-1717. Cork, 90 Haddon Ave., Westmont   Enjoy an eclectic menu featuring creative dishes like breakfast pizza, brioche French toast, Dutch baked pancakes and more. The best part is that you can wash it all down with bottomless…

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