Is your son studying American history right now? Is your daughter working on the school paper? Do you want your kids to learn about the news of the day? To be informed citizens? Then you obviously care about newspapers. And you have certainly heard about the current decline in circulation, the folding of long-standing papers,…
Mindful Gift Giving
I’m excited to introduce you to a wonderful guest blogger today. Janine Adams is a professional organizer in St. Louis, Missouri and the president of the St. Louis chapter of the National Association of Professional Organizers. Check out her terrific blog at www.peaceofmindorganizing.com. Janine’s post helps us focus on thoughtful, creative giving at a time…
Designer Vomit Bags for Morning Sickness? Really?
OK, I’ve now officially heard everything. As a parenting and women’s-health writer, I am constantly hearing from P.R. people and companies about new products, books, etc. aimed at parents and expectant moms. But today, I was approached by a company that makes “convenient, disposable, affordable and yet stylish vomit bags” for pregnant women with morning…
“Strawberry Quick”: Should Parents be Worried?
If you’re a parent, chances are a friend or family member has recently sent you an e-mail about “Strawberry Quick,” as this e-mail has really been making the rounds. (In some e-mails, it’s spelled “Strawberry Quik.” Both are named after the powder used to make flavored milk drinks.) Apparently some drug dealers are selling colored…
How Do We Motivate Kids to Learn?
Today I’m happy to share with you this guest post from Michael Gorsline, M.A. He’s a parenting coach and a child and family therapist who enjoys helping families make life more rewarding. He blogs about his approach and strategies at his site, Awareness * Connection, and for the GTDtimes. Michael’s post is in response to…