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JUNE 2025 • ISSUE 419
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IN EVERY ISSUE 4 @BRPARENTS.COM 8 A NOTE FROM MOM 38 THINGS TO DO 46 THINGS WE LOVE 48 THE LAST WORD 50 SNAPSHOTS CONNECT 14 BOOK CORNER 16 CRAFT CORNER LIVE 20 DAD NEXT DOOR 22 THRIVE 24 FAITH 10 COMMUNITY 12 EDUCATION
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FEATURES ON THE COVER 2024–25 Cover Kid Braylon S. is a 15-year-old honor student and State Champion Wrestler at East Ascension High School. Braylon enjoys hanging out with family and friends, watching Iron Man or Rick and Morty , and even cutting grass to earn extra cash. Known for his humble and respectful nature, Braylon is thoughtful, creative, and always brings a smile to those around him. 26 AN OPEN LETTER TO THE CLASS OF 2025 34 WHEN SCHOOL’S OUT, SAFETY’S IN Home alone? Here’s
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This heartfelt letter to the Class of 2025 offers advice and congratulations as they take the next steps into adulthood. 30 PREPARING FOR EMPTY NESTING These three tips will help parents embrace the transition to an empty nest with confidence.
how to help your kiddos handle it like champs. 36 5 ADVENTURES IN A DAY’S DRIVE Ready for a getaway? Check out these five family-friendly destinations, all just a short drive away.
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