Traveling with Teens The protracted screech of a braking train is perhaps the only thing less pleasant than the thought of a no-escape vacation in close quarters with a teenager. Travel can bring out the worst in people and if you are going through a rough patch with your teenager, don’t expect a family vacation to bring out the Waltons in you. There are things you can do, … [Read more...] about Dad tip #4 – Traveling with teens
Archives for June 2009
Saving money with comfortable summer nights
More fathers are looking for ways to spend entertaining evenings at home in an effort to save money, which some may say is a necessity with the current weakened economy.While many have turned to huddling around the television or instituting a weekly game night, some fathers may be forgetting to take advantage of their natural surroundings, such as the one situated in their … [Read more...] about Saving money with comfortable summer nights
Fathers Day Book Review- “Reading with Dad”
Someone may have recommended this book to you, or you may even get it for Fathers Day: Reading with Dad. A Great Father's Day Gift for a Dad Who Reads to His Kids Tuesday June 9, 2009 If you are looking for a Father's Day gift for a dad who has always enjoyed reading books to his kids, I highly recommend Reading With Dad. While written in verse and designed in picture … [Read more...] about Fathers Day Book Review- “Reading with Dad”
New green gift ideas for Father’s Day
Here are some unconventional ideas for the green dad on your list. For some dads, of course, a home improvement gift is a bit like getting a mixer for mom's day, but, just like a primo Kitchen Aid mixer is a great gift for a baking mom, these gifts can be killer choices for dads who love to tinker and save. Here's a cool toy for the energy sleuth on your list: Kill a Watt … [Read more...] about New green gift ideas for Father’s Day
Five smart ways to save your kids’ artwork
1. Frame it! The obvious choice, but sometime it's too big a hassle, especially when the art is coming in by the bagful at the end of every week. Another option is wall appliqués like Kitsch artwork frames ($36) which make it easy to "frame" art on the wall and change it out depending on your feeling. A few other options like this are available, but make sure the openings are … [Read more...] about Five smart ways to save your kids’ artwork