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High Five: Places to take Mom on Mother's Day

Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 MDT

Reserve now and cross your fingers it's a nice day because each of these spots has a patio.

Family Outings: Archery grabs interest of Minnesotans young and old

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 00:00:00 MDT

I noticed right away the ceiling tiles of the indoor archery range were pockmarked with holes. Would my kids be able to hit the targets, or should I duck for cover?

Small Bites restaurant review: Hanger Room in Willernie is not your typical steakhouse

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 00:00:00 MDT

The new Hanger Room in Willernie doesn't look like a steakhouse — it's far too pretty. It's too quiet, too — you can have a civilized conversation while you sip your martini and wait for food. Also there are no Caesar salads, no hash browns, no potatoes au gratin and no onion rings. But don't let that scare you off.

Family Outings: Paddling and portaging at Eagan's Lebanon Hills park

Sun, 17 Jun 2012 00:00:00 MDT

Before my three children grow up and leave home, I'd like to take a family canoe trip to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. I got a taste of what that might be like last weekend when I took my kids and some friends on a mini canoe trip right in the middle of the Twin Cities.

A Real Mom: Keeping in Touch, No Matter What is What Matters

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 MDT

When you're worried about your kid, it's natural to keep reaching out hoping to make contact, hoping to convey love and support. I got in the habit of texting my son simply to ensure a communication trail and also to convey a loving message no matter where he was, no matter what his mindset might be.

Ex-Etiquette: Let the leopard keep track of his own spots

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 00:00:00 MDT

Q My ex is a liar and a cheater, and about a year after I finally left him, he decided he has seen the error of his ways and wants me to come back. He has been seeing a woman for about six months who has no idea that every time we talk (we have two kids), he tells me how sorry he is and would never do it again. Truth is, I was his second wife. He cheated on his first wife and me, and both relationships ended as a result. Is it good ex-etiquette to warn this woman he has been seeing that he's after me and that he'll cheat on her, too?

Kids' Cuisine restaurant review: At Bayport BBQ, meat is served by weight, and even the pickiest young diner gives the place a big thumbs up

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:00:00 MDT

The first thing we discovered inside Bayport BBQ is there's no ordering just a plate of ribs or brisket. In fact, the food isn't served on plates -- it comes heaped on butcher paper and is sold by weight.

Donna Erickson: Simple thank-you gift for teachers

Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 MDT

As the school year winds down, it's time to show appreciation to a special teacher. Here's a springy idea: Arrange a casual bouquet of flowers with offshoots of your child's creativity.

Minnesota Zoo, DNR team up to produce more 'pure' bison

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 00:00:00 MDT

An effort is under way in Minnesota to conserve the North American Plains bison.