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- Organized Christmas - Plan for an Organized Christmas Season This Ye…Created: 2009-11-18 @ 14:33:38 EST Updated: 2009-11-18 @ 14:48:16 EST
You can keep it together this holiday season, you just have to plan a little. Here's your guide to planning an organized Christmas season, with your family at the center of it all… - Child Stress - How Do You Help Your Tween Deal with Child Stress?…Created: 2009-11-18 @ 10:07:25 EST
Tweens can get stressed out, just like adults can. How do you help your preteen manage child stress?… - Traveling with Kids - What's Your Secret to Traveling with Kids?…Created: 2009-11-17 @ 16:13:44 EST
How do you make the most of a long car trip or plane trip with your children? What's your secret to traveling with kids, keeping them happy, and most of all, enjoying the trip together?… - Carry On Bag - What to Pack in Your Tween's Carry on BagCreated: 2009-11-16 @ 17:00:01 EST Updated: 2009-11-17 @ 16:15:03 EST
If your preteen will be flying in the near future, here's what you should pack in your child's carry on bag… - Parenting Tweens - What Do You Enjoy Most About Parenting Tweens?…Created: 2009-11-13 @ 14:59:39 EST
Tweens can be trying and lovable at the same time. What do you enjoy most about parenting tweens? Is it their independence? Their changing interests and hobbies, or something else entirely?… - Tween Bedroom Accessories - Fun Ideas for a Tween Bedroom MakeoverCreated: 2009-11-13 @ 14:13:59 EST
Looking for ideas for a tween bedroom makeover? These accessory ideas will help make your tween bedroom makeover a success. … - Christmas Activities for Kids - Suggestions and Ideas on Christmas A…Created: 2009-11-13 @ 13:41:37 EST Updated: 2009-11-13 @ 17:33:20 EST
If your tween is phasing out of some holiday traditions, it's time to think of others. These Christmas activities for kids and tweens should keep your child busy and having fun throughout the holid… - Tween Girl Magazines - The Best Tween Girl Magazines Ever!…Created: 2009-11-12 @ 11:32:58 EST Updated: 2009-11-12 @ 11:43:04 EST
If you're looking for fun tween girl magazines, these choices cater to the preteen crowd… - American Girl Magazine - Review of American Girl MagazineCreated: 2009-11-11 @ 12:51:21 EST Updated: 2009-11-12 @ 07:59:13 EST
American Girl Magazine offers a little bit of everything to the tween girl age group. … - Tween Rooms - Great Accessories for Tween Rooms…Created: 2009-11-10 @ 07:42:43 EST
What are your accessory ideas for tween rooms? What's the number one accessory all tween rooms should have?… - Youth Curfew - What's a Reasonable Hour for a Youth Curfew?…Created: 2009-11-06 @ 11:45:07 EST
Does your tween have a curfew? What do you think is a reasonable hour for a youth curfew? … - Kids Stocking Stuffers - Suggestions and Ideas for Kids Stocking Stu…Created: 2009-11-03 @ 17:01:11 EST
Looking for a few kids stocking stuffers? Tweens can be hard to please, but this list will get you started on stuffing your child's Christmas stocking… - Thanksgiving for Kids - Plan a Fun Thanksgiving for Kids (and Adults…Created: 2009-10-30 @ 09:29:12 EDT
Tweens often loose interest in the Thanksgiving holiday, but you can plan a fun Thanksgiving for kids and put your tween to work at the same time. … - Christmas Goody Bags - Seasonal Ideas for Christmas Goody BagsCreated: 2009-10-28 @ 12:17:21 EDT
If your tween is planning a Christmas party, you'll need to assemble Christmas goody bags for all the guests. … - Reindeer Magic - Make Your Own Reindeer Magic with This Reindeer Foo…Created: 2009-10-28 @ 12:15:25 EDT
Will Santa visit you this year? Only with the help of his reindeer. This reindeer food recipe will help you create a little reindeer magic of your own… - Believe in Santa - Does Your Tween Still Believe in Santa?…Created: 2009-10-26 @ 13:16:17 EDT
At what point does a child question Santa's existence? Does your tween still believe in Santa? How do you know?… - Christmas Tradition - Does Your Family Have a Favorite Christmas Tra…Created: 2009-10-26 @ 11:00:07 EDT
Does your family look forward to a special Christmas tradition year after year? Share your favorite tradition with others… - Preteen Gifts - How Much Do You Spend on Preteen Gifts for Birthday …Created: 2009-10-23 @ 11:44:17 EDT
How much do you spend on preteen gifts for birthday parties?… - Tweens, Gifts, Ideas - What You Should Know About Tweens, Gifts and …Created: 2009-10-22 @ 15:50:35 EDT Updated: 2009-10-23 @ 11:45:47 EDT
Shopping for tweens? Gifts don't have to be expensive or difficult to find… - Gifts for Tween Girls - Ideas When Shopping for Gifts for Tween Girl…Created: 2009-10-22 @ 13:02:59 EDT
Shopping for gifts for tween girls doesn't have to be difficult. Just think about their hobbies and interests, and you'll find plenty of gift ideas… - Gift Ideas for Boys - When Shopping for Tweens, Consider These Gift …Created: 2009-10-22 @ 11:29:22 EDT Updated: 2009-10-22 @ 12:06:17 EDT
If you're having trouble shopping for a tween, consider these gift ideas for boys… - Middle School - Helping Tweens Prepare and Survive Middle School…Created: 2009-10-21 @ 06:58:12 EDT
If your tween or preteen is headed to middle school, you can help pave the way… - Silly Gifts for Tweens - Ideas on Silly Gifts for Tweens…Created: 2009-10-19 @ 16:15:05 EDT
Tweens have a sense of humor and enjoy receiving silly gifts. Share your ideas for silly gifts here… - Share Your Favorite Tween Gift IdeasCreated: 2009-10-14 @ 19:00:18 EDT Updated: 2009-10-14 @ 19:01:54 EDT
What's the best gift you ever gave your tween? Share your favorite tween gift ideas… - Tween Gift Giving - Electronics Make a Great Tween Gift…Created: 2009-10-14 @ 08:54:40 EDT Updated: 2009-10-15 @ 08:39:59 EDT
Looking for a tween gift idea that's sure to please a picky tween? Electronic gifts can make great presents for the preteen crowd… - Stocking Stuffers for Kids - What Are Your Favorite Stocking Stuffer…Created: 2009-10-10 @ 07:38:06 EDT
Do you have a few ideas on great stocking stuffers for kids? Share your thoughts on fun items to put in your tween's Christmas stocking this year… - Stocking Stuffers for Boys - Ideas for Fun Stocking Stuffers for BoysCreated: 2009-10-10 @ 07:13:31 EDT Updated: 2009-10-10 @ 07:40:46 EDT
You don't have to think too hard to find great stocking stuffers for boys, and these ideas will get you started on filling your tween's Christmas stocking… - Great Stocking Stuffers - Ideas for Great Stocking Stuffers for Twee…Created: 2009-10-09 @ 11:38:33 EDT
Need great stocking stuffer ideas? Have an idea or two for tween girls? This is the place to share your tips, and read what other parents suggest this holiday season… - Cheap Stocking Stuffer - Cheap Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Tween GirlsCreated: 2009-10-09 @ 11:19:28 EDT Updated: 2009-10-09 @ 11:40:23 EDT
Need a cheap stocking stuffer or two for your tween daughter? These ideas are tween pleasing, and easy on your budget. … - Preteen Birthday Party Ideas - Great Preteen Birthday Party Ideas fo…Created: 2009-10-08 @ 12:05:54 EDT
Is your older child preparing for a birthday? Before you buy the cake or send out the invitations, consider these preteen birthday party ideas… - Tween Birthday - Fun Themes for a Tween Birthday BashCreated: 2009-10-08 @ 11:49:55 EDT
Planning a tween birthday party? Make party planning easy by choosing a fun theme for your preteen's birthday bash… - Halloween Traditions - What are Your Favorite Halloween Traditions?…Created: 2009-10-06 @ 16:06:44 EDT Updated: 2009-10-06 @ 16:07:36 EDT
What do you look forward to during the Halloween season? Is it visiting a pumpkin patch, or making your own costume? Share your favorite Halloween traditions… - Tweens, Halloween and Having Fun -- Tweens, Halloween and Enjoying t…Created: 2009-10-06 @ 11:25:49 EDT Updated: 2009-10-06 @ 16:09:56 EDT
Is your tween ready to celebrate Halloween? For tweens, Halloween is a chance to bond with friends, get a little creative and have some family fun, too… - Tween Birthday Party Ideas - Great Tween Birthday Party Ideas for Ol…Created: 2009-09-30 @ 14:53:42 EDT
If you're planning a birthday party for an older child, consider these tween birthday party ideas… - Great Ideas for Tween Birthday Party FavorsCreated: 2009-09-28 @ 14:55:02 EDT
Looking for ideas for tween birthday party favors? This is where you can share your ideas, or find out what today's tweens want in their goody bags. … - Favor Bags - Great Items for Preteen Party Favor BagsCreated: 2009-09-28 @ 14:32:34 EDT Updated: 2009-09-28 @ 14:57:48 EDT
Can't think of anything fun to put in the favor bags for your tween's party? These ideas will please even the pickiest of tweens, and they're easy on the budget, too… - Children, Sex Education - Review of Let's Talk About Sex, a Resource…Created: 2009-09-24 @ 14:23:19 EDT Updated: 2009-09-24 @ 14:26:47 EDT
The book, Let's Talk About Sex, is a resource for children and parents about sexuality, children, sex education, and how to positively communicate information that is frank and clear. … - Tween Costumes - Easy to Make Tween Costumes for Halloween or PlayCreated: 2009-09-21 @ 11:36:10 EDT Updated: 2009-09-21 @ 12:40:40 EDT
These easy to make tween costumes are perfect for Halloween, parties or just for fun… - Pumpkin Activities - Pumpkin Activities for You and Your TweenCreated: 2009-09-18 @ 20:30:35 EDT
Celebrate the fall season with these fun pumpkin activities… - Preteen Clothing - Tips for Parents When Shopping for Preteen Clothi…Created: 2009-09-17 @ 17:16:34 EDT
Prepare yourself (and your tween) before you shop for preteen clothing… - Preteen - "I Hit the Roof When I Caught My Preteen Wearing ..."…Created: 2009-09-17 @ 17:12:43 EDT
Have you caught your preteen wearing clothing that's too mature for her? Or, did your preteen son try to sneak out of the house wearing an obscene T-shirt? Share your experiences with preteen cloth… - Songs for Halloween - Songs for Halloween Parties and Other Tween Ga…Created: 2009-09-16 @ 16:07:37 EDT Updated: 2009-09-16 @ 16:10:59 EDT
If your tween is planning on throwing a Halloween party, these songs for Halloween may be just the thing to get the party going… - Halloween Costumes for Girls - Homemade Halloween Costumes for Girls…Created: 2009-09-15 @ 10:41:52 EDT Updated: 2009-09-15 @ 10:48:33 EDT
Does your tween need a costume idea for Halloween or for a party? We have five Halloween costumes for girls that are easy to make and fun to wear… - Fortune Teller Costume - How to Make a Fortune Teller Costume for Ha…Created: 2009-09-14 @ 16:26:54 EDT
Does your tween need a costume for a party or for Halloween? A fortune teller costume is easy to assemble and fun to wear… - Roasting Pumpkin Seeds - Have Fun Roasting Pumpkin SeedsCreated: 2009-09-14 @ 13:44:18 EDT Updated: 2009-09-14 @ 13:46:55 EDT
Pumpkin seeds are healthy and roasting pumpkin seeds is a fun activity you can do with your tween… - Miss America Costume - Make a Miss America Costume for HalloweenCreated: 2009-09-14 @ 12:53:33 EDT
Does your tween daughter need a costume for a party or for Halloween? You can create a Miss America costume in a snap… - Housewife Costume - How to Make a Housewife Costume with Your TweenCreated: 2009-09-13 @ 19:19:20 EDT Updated: 2009-09-13 @ 19:21:41 EDT
Does your tween need a costume for a party or for Halloween? Together you can make a housewife costume with items from your own home. It's easy, and fun to wear… - Roman Goddess - Make Your Own Roman Goddess CostumeCreated: 2009-09-12 @ 11:00:59 EDT
Does your tween need a costume idea for a party or for Halloween? This Roman Goddess costume is easy to make and fun to wear… - Chef Costume - Make Your Own Chef CostumeCreated: 2009-09-12 @ 09:18:42 EDT Updated: 2009-09-12 @ 09:23:08 EDT
If your tween needs a costume idea for a party or for Halloween, this chef costume is easy to put together and fun to wear… - Back to School Clothes - Saving Money on Your Tween's Back to School…Created: 2009-09-10 @ 20:01:14 EDT
Back to school clothes shopping doesn't have to break the bank. Here's how to save money, and still get everything your tween needs for back to school… - Kids Halloween Party - Activity Ideas for a Kids Halloween Party for…Created: 2009-09-10 @ 13:52:33 EDT Updated: 2009-09-11 @ 07:13:28 EDT
If you're throwing a Kids Halloween Party this year, consider these activity ideas for preteens. … - Favorite Kids Halloween Movies - What Are Your Favorite Kids Hallowe…Created: 2009-09-10 @ 08:38:22 EDT
Kids Halloween movies can set the stage for a great tween Halloween party or for family movie night. What are your favorite Halloween movies for tweens?… - Kids Halloween Movies - Kids Halloween Movies, Choices for TweensCreated: 2009-09-10 @ 08:08:25 EDT Updated: 2009-09-10 @ 13:51:20 EDT
Looking for a few kids Halloween movies that your tween will watch? These choices will set the mood for a scary family movie night, or a tween Halloween party… - Tween Costume Ideas - Tween Costume Ideas for Preteen Boys…Created: 2009-09-04 @ 15:54:11 EDT
Need a few tween costume ideas for a preteen boy? Finding the right costume can be difficult, especially when you're dealing with a preteen. But these suggestions are easy to assemble and fun to we… - Pizza Delivery Costume - A Pizza Delivery Costume for TweensCreated: 2009-09-02 @ 15:50:29 EDT
If your tween is lacking in Halloween costume ideas this year, a Pizza Delivery Costume might be the solution… - Construction Worker Costume - A Construction Worker Costume is an Ea…Created: 2009-09-02 @ 15:00:38 EDT Updated: 2009-09-02 @ 15:51:18 EDT
You can assemble a construction worker costume with items from around the house. … - Captain Kirk Costume - Make a Captain Kirk Costume for Your TweenCreated: 2009-09-02 @ 13:25:34 EDT Updated: 2009-09-02 @ 13:27:11 EDT
This Captain Kirk Costume is easy to make, and will have your tween saying, "Beam Me Up, Scotty" in no time… - Secret Service Agent Costume - Dress Your Tween in a Secret Service …Created: 2009-09-02 @ 11:07:35 EDT Updated: 2009-09-02 @ 15:52:09 EDT
If your tween boy doesn't know what he wants to wear for Halloween, suggest a Secret Service Agent Costume. … - Halloween Punch - A Tasty Halloween Punch Recipe for a Tween PartyCreated: 2009-09-02 @ 09:32:46 EDT
This tasty Halloween Punch is perfect to serve to thirsty tween party-goers. … - Halloween Snack Mix - Make a Batch of Halloween Snack MixCreated: 2009-09-01 @ 14:31:43 EDT Updated: 2009-09-01 @ 14:33:54 EDT
This tasty Halloween Snack Mix is fun for parties or anytime your tween wants a festive treat. … - Pumpkin Party - Throw a Tween Pumpkin PartyCreated: 2009-09-01 @ 13:21:26 EDT Updated: 2009-09-02 @ 09:34:47 EDT
A pumpkin party is the perfect way to get preteens in the mood for Halloween. Here's how to throw a great tween pumpkin party… - Learning About Puberty - Books and Other Resources Teach Girls About…Created: 2009-08-29 @ 08:59:38 EDT Updated: 2009-08-30 @ 08:21:00 EDT
These resources can help your tween daughter learn about puberty and answer any questions she might have… - Period Book - Review of the Book, Period, A Girl's Guide to Menstrua…Created: 2009-08-28 @ 08:35:05 EDT Updated: 2009-08-28 @ 10:07:55 EDT
When a girl needs to learn about menstruation and her period, book resources are a good way to go. Here's a review of the book, Period, A Girl's Guide to Menstruation… - Emotional Development - Emotional Development and the Tween YearsCreated: 2009-08-25 @ 07:47:00 EDT
Your tween will experience many milestones in the next few years, including emotional development. Here's what to expect… - Tween Halloween Costumes - Share Photos of Tween Halloween CostumesCreated: 2009-08-24 @ 17:09:38 EDT
Did your tween make his own costume last year? Does your preteen know how to use make-up to transform herself into a vampire or a ghoul? Share your photos of home-made tween Halloween costumes and … - Share Your Best Ideas for Tween Halloween CostumesCreated: 2009-08-24 @ 13:17:09 EDT
Share your best ideas for fun and creative tween Halloween costumes. … - School Year - Helping Your Tween Adjust to a New School YearCreated: 2009-08-22 @ 12:46:00 EDT Updated: 2009-08-22 @ 14:51:21 EDT
It's not easy transitioning from summer to a new school year, but you can help your tween adjust to a new schedule and new responsibilities… - Healthy Breakfast - Healthy Breakfast Ideas for Your Growing TweenCreated: 2009-08-17 @ 11:51:47 EDT
These healthy breakfast ideas are ideal for growing tweens… - Healthy Breakfast - Share Your Healthy Breakfast Ideas HereCreated: 2009-08-17 @ 11:50:00 EDT
What do you serve your tween for breakfast? How do you get your preteen energized for a busy day? Share your healthy breakfast ideas here… - Training Bra - What is a Training Bra?Created: 2009-08-11 @ 08:01:16 EDT
Is it time to buy a training bra? What's the difference between a training bra and other bras? Here's how to help your tween daughter… - Breakfast Pizza - A Breakfast Pizza Your Growing Tween Will LoveCreated: 2009-08-06 @ 13:48:29 EDT Updated: 2009-08-06 @ 13:50:47 EDT
This breakfast pizza will appeal to your preteen, whether it's a school day or the weekend… - Girls, Puberty: Girls, Puberty and What You Should KnowCreated: 2009-08-06 @ 08:31:10 EDT
Puberty can be a challenging phase in a girl's life. Here's what you should know about girls, puberty and all the changes that are going to take place. … - Girls, Shaving and Puberty - All About Girls, Shaving and PubertyCreated: 2009-08-06 @ 08:16:32 EDT Updated: 2009-08-06 @ 08:35:54 EDT
If your daughter wants to begin shaving, here's what you need to know about girls, shaving and puberty… - Peer Pressure - Helping Preteens Manage Peer PressureCreated: 2009-08-04 @ 12:43:43 EDT Updated: 2009-08-04 @ 15:04:09 EDT
If your tween is headed off to middle school, you'll need to talk about peer pressure. … - Tweens at Home Alone - How Do You Prepare Tweens to Stay at Home Alo…Created: 2009-08-02 @ 12:03:56 EDT
When did you allow your tween to stay at home alone? How did you prepare your child for the responsibility? What concerns did you have and how did you make sure your tween was safe, and comfortable… - Family Activities - What are Your Favorite Family Activities?Created: 2009-07-30 @ 17:51:32 EDT
Bonding with tweens can be difficult, as they begin to assert their independence and break-away from their parents. But family activities can help continue the parent/tween bond through the tween y… - Sleepover Party Fun - Great Ideas for a Fun Sleepover PartyCreated: 2009-07-24 @ 07:43:01 EDT
Share your ideas for throwing a great tween sleepover party, from food to games to entertainment… - Should Tween Girls Use Tampons? - Should Tween Girls Use Tampons?Created: 2009-07-21 @ 21:17:05 EDT Updated: 2009-07-21 @ 21:57:03 EDT
Tween girls may have questions about tampons and menstruation, but should preteens use tampons?… - Menstrual Pads - Teaching Girls About Menstrual PadsCreated: 2009-07-20 @ 08:52:24 EDT Updated: 2009-07-20 @ 08:57:56 EDT
Before a girl begins her period she needs to know about menstrual pads and how to use them… - Breast Buds - What are Breast Buds?Created: 2009-07-18 @ 08:49:22 EDT
Breast buds occur in the first phase of puberty for girls. … - Children Stress - Children, Stress and Parenting TweensUpdated: 2009-11-18 @ 10:10:25 EST
Children, stress and the tweenage years. How to help your tween prevent and cope with stress… - Preteens - A Parent's Guide to Understanding Preteens…Updated: 2009-11-13 @ 15:03:19 EST
The preteen years can be difficult for parent and child, here's your guide to understanding and connecting with preteens… - Holiday Activities - Tween Holiday ActivitiesUpdated: 2009-11-13 @ 15:01:20 EST
Enjoy Christmas and the winter celebrations with these holiday activities for you and your tween… - Decorating a Tween Room - Ideas for Tween Room DecoratingUpdated: 2009-11-13 @ 14:05:14 EST
Many tweens want to decorate their bedrooms, here's how to organize a tween room bedroom makeover. … - Curfews - Determining Curfews for TweensUpdated: 2009-11-06 @ 11:51:23 EST
Curfews are a great way for tweens to learn the rules of your home, and practice independent behavior… - Is Santa Real? - Answering When Your Child Asks, Is Santa Real?Updated: 2009-10-26 @ 13:20:45 EDT
If your tween hasn't asked about the existence of Santa yet, she will. Here's how to answer when your child asks "Is Santa Real?"… - Tween Gifts - Ideas for Great Tween GiftsUpdated: 2009-10-22 @ 15:03:38 EDT
Whether you're buying for a birthday or another special occasion, these tween gifts are worth considering… - Kids Cursing - Are Your Kids Cursing? Here's What to Do.Updated: 2009-09-24 @ 14:53:15 EDT
Are your kids cursing? Here's how to help tweens clean up their language. … - Bullying - How to Stop Bullying Behavior in the Tween YearsUpdated: 2009-09-15 @ 07:12:00 EDT
Bullying behavior peaks during the tween years, but parents can help their tween stand up to school bullies. … - Staycation - How to Enjoy a Staycation with Your TweenUpdated: 2009-09-12 @ 21:01:39 EDT
Your tween can enjoy the family staycation, you just have to know how to keep them interested. … - Healthy Snacks for Kids - These Healthy Snacks for Kids Will Please …Updated: 2009-09-12 @ 21:01:33 EDT
Tweens are mega snackers, but they don't always choose healthy snacks. These healthy snacks for kids are yummy enough to please even picky tween eaters. … - School Supplies - The School Supplies Nearly Every Tween NeedsUpdated: 2009-09-12 @ 21:01:32 EDT
It doesn't matter if your tween is still in elementary school or moving up to middle school, the right school supplies are necessary for a successful year… - Summer Camp - Preventing Summer Camp HomesicknessUpdated: 2009-09-12 @ 21:01:28 EDT
If your child is going away to summer camp, these easy suggestions can help you prevent homesickness… - The Upside of Middle School - How Middle School Can Be Fun for TweensUpdated: 2009-09-12 @ 21:01:28 EDT
Is your child hesitant to start middle school? Point out the positive to prepare your child for the changes… - Middle School - Prepare Your Tween for Middle SchoolUpdated: 2009-09-12 @ 21:01:24 EDT
Your tween is off to middle school. Here's what you can do to prepare for the change. … - Embarrassing Moment - How Not to Cause Your Tween an Embarrassing Mo…Updated: 2009-08-31 @ 10:48:37 EDT
It's normal for tweens to be embarrassed by their parents, just don't take it too personally. Here's how to prevent causing your tween an embarrassing moment, and how to handle it if you do… - Parenting Through PubertyUpdated: 2009-08-30 @ 08:24:06 EDT
A parent's guide to helping their children tackle the obstacles of puberty… - Children, First-Aid and Preparedness - Children, First-Aid and What …Updated: 2009-08-26 @ 11:48:52 EDT
Tweens should have a basic understanding of first-aid. Here's what you need to know about children, first aid, and being prepared… - Your Tween, Halloween, and Having Fun with Older KidsUpdated: 2009-08-24 @ 13:19:36 EDT
Tweens may think participating in Halloween in uncool, but there are ways they can participate. Here's what you need to know about your tween, Halloween and having fun with older kids… - HPV Vaccination - What Should I Know About the HPV Vaccination?Updated: 2009-08-20 @ 11:45:53 EDT
Some parents think the HPV vaccination is too new and worry about its safety. Others find the vaccine too expensive to afford. What should parents of tween girls know about the HPV vaccination?… - Extracurricular Activities - How to Find the Right Extracurricular A…Updated: 2009-08-19 @ 08:13:56 EDT
Extracurricular activities are important to tweens, here's how to help tweens find the activities that are best for them…