"Parents’ Denial Fuels Childhood Obesity Epidemic," is the title of an article in the New York Times yesterday. In it, the NYT explains that a lot of parents either don't see or don't want to see signs of incipient obesity in their own kids. Despite widespread publicity about the obesity epidemic, parents increasingly seem to be turning a blind eye as their children put on … [Read more...] about Are you giving your child too many cookies?
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100 pushups a day – an update
Well, it hasn’t been for lack of trying but 9 weeks on, my daughter and I have still not made it to 100 pushups a day at one go as we described in an earlier post. I’ve failed at Day 1 of Week 6 and my daughter has failed several times at the first day of Week 5. Finally, I had the bright ideas of creating a Week 5A with an increase in pushups over week 5, but less than Week 6. … [Read more...] about 100 pushups a day – an update
Adrian Peterson returns to the Vikings
For Minnesota Vikings fans, last fall 2014 was a disaster. After four winning preseason games to lose our star running back was a huge loss. But even worse were the accusations of child abuse during punishment of his son. As a fan, I was very disappointed by how the situation played out. Let’s be clear; there is no excuse for child abuse in 2015. We’ve long past those dark days … [Read more...] about Adrian Peterson returns to the Vikings
100 push-ups a day: an activity to do with your teen
Lately, my 15-year old daughter has been on a “self-help” phase, fueled by tons of website showing clickbait titles like “4 simple ways to memorize anything” or “Try this to have fuller eyelashes.” That has interested in her in other tricks or “hacks” to achieve new things. My daughter and I share a lot of things including what others think is an odd sense of humor. However, I … [Read more...] about 100 push-ups a day: an activity to do with your teen
Zipper won’t stay up? Here’s a hack to keep the cows at home
I love the cut and styling of my Lee jeans. While I always said I’d never wear elastic in my waistband, their Modern Series has just the right amount of stretch for a good fit. And the orange threading is just enough styling for my anti-brand consciousness. However, their zippers suck. I have 2 pair and both zippers are constantly falling down. There’s not reason for this. … [Read more...] about Zipper won’t stay up? Here’s a hack to keep the cows at home