Top Five: Date Night Ideas

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Go out and remember why you made those kids in the first place

Chambana Mom to Know: Rose Marshack

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See why we think Rose Marshack — musician, computer scientist, martial arts enthusiast — is a Chambana mom to know.

Say it Ain’t So: An Overnight in Chicagoland for $83.65

The author and her husband went on a pilgrimage to Chicago hot dog stand Hot Doug's after seeing a story about it on a TV show. Pictured here: a Hot Doug's Polish sausage, a Chicago tradition. Photo by Benimoto on flickr.

Recently I planned a trip to Chicago—including a hotel stay—for the hubby and me. The goal? Spending less than the cost of two steak dinners. Find out how.

Selective Silence: An Experiment in Connection

The author and her husband spent a day not talking to each other on vacation, but they didn't mime their way through it. Photo by ? on flickr

Ever wonder what it would be like to not speak to your spouse – when you’re not at mad at him/her? Our newest contributor finds out.

Chambana Mom to Know: Kristin Tennant

See why we think Kristin Tennant is a Chambana mom to know. (Photo provided)

A deep thinker who isn’t afraid to tell anyone her opinions, Kristin Tennant confidently spills her words — and challenges her readers — at her blog, Halfway to Normal. See why we think Kristin is a Chambana mom to know.