If you were like my family this holiday season, you probably purchased some type of video gaming system - which means now is a great opportunity to start a dialogue on video games. Parents often wonder “Will my child play too much? Are video games really bad for my kid?” With this is mind, here are my experiences and guidelines on some genres of video games. 1. These games … [Read more...] about Why Video Games Can Be Good For Kids
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Tips for Playroom Organization During the Holidays
With Santa Claus' arrival fast approaching, now might be a good time to get into the kids' playroom and make some space for that Christmas haul. While those cookies are baking, start an action plan to get organized for the impending toy drop - here are some tips that have worked best for me: Before you embark on any organizing mission, if there is a closet in the … [Read more...] about Tips for Playroom Organization During the Holidays
Have Glue Gun, Will Craft
With the Thanksgiving leftovers almost a distant memory and the holiday season officially underway, visions of glitter and glue guns have begun dancing in my head. As these next few weeks become increasingly hectic, I like to take time out with my family to flex our DIY muscles and create Christmas decorations. I have found that this is a fun way to slow down and … [Read more...] about Have Glue Gun, Will Craft
The Substitute
On Saturday morning I took my son to the neighborhood barber for a much-needed haircut. After much protesting and eye-rolling, he agreed that his curly hair was out of control. Two weeks of wrangling with it unsuccessfully was enough to get him in the chair and see if the barber could reach that happy medium between messy and controlled – messy enough for him … [Read more...] about The Substitute
Are My Products Making Me Renewed and Radiant Enough?
Has anyone seen the commercials for “Dove ClearTone" deodorant and “Tampax Radiant” tampons? I caught these commercials on television the other night. I don’t know if they’ve been around awhile or if it’s just the first time I’m seeing them, but the message I got from these two ads was a) my armpits need renewing and b) my tampon is not radiant enough. … [Read more...] about Are My Products Making Me Renewed and Radiant Enough?