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Learning by Observing
- January 25, 2012
I recently took my children ice-skating and it brought back memories of when my dad taught me to skate. My dad is very ‘old school’ and always brought his own skates from home. Not just regular old skates but ‘speed … read more
Discussing Homelessness
- January 23, 2012
I recently stopped in to a sandwich shop to grab a bite with my six year-old son. While we were waiting to order a disheveled and dirty looking man walked up and down the line of patrons, with his hand … read more
Business School for Kids
- January 14, 2012
My 11 year-old daughter came home from school the other day upset because she was told that she could no longer sell her homemade barrettes at school. She’d been making them at home for quite a while with her younger … read more
Getting Shots
- January 13, 2012
No one likes getting shots. Sadly for kids, they need to have them. As parents, we hate to see them cry, but we are rational and understand that it’s for the greater good. Your five year old, may not be … read more
Learning a 2nd Language
- January 6, 2012
Growing up, 25-30 years ago (seeing those numbers is frightening!) I remember my parents debating as to whether or not to speak their native language with my siblings and I at home. Back then there was also a stigma against … read more
Getting Kids to Practice
- January 2, 2012
The importance of music in a child’s development has been researched and proven over and over again. Music improves coordination, concentration, self-confidence, and provides structure. At the very least, it is certainly a better use of time than spacing out … read more
Children and Homework
- December 19, 2011
Sitting down with my children while they are doing homework is a luxury I don’t have. Maybe it’s for the better, but the fact is that while they are doing homework I am working/cooking/cleaning up/taking care of our pets or … read more
Pick Up a Project
- September 12, 2011
While driving home from gymnastics with my six year old son he reminded me of my promise of a toy chest for his room. We’d gone looking once or twice but the prices were astronomical for a little box made … read more
My Daughter the Author
- July 20, 2011
My daughter is at that age where her imagination is out of this world. About 18 months ago, she looked at me and said, “Mommy, tell me a story about a dragon named Oreo.” So it began, I started the … read more
Bouncy Seats vs. Swings
- July 17, 2011
Figuring out what you need for your baby can be daunting. Stores give you an exhaustive list of things that you need. Are they must haves or are stores trying to get you to buy more? My favorite example is … read more
