Alpine skier Bode Miller was once known as a wild guy. He was favored to medal in the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy, but failed to deliver. He was often spotted in nightclubs and even gave a controversial "60 Minutes" interview in which he admitted to often skiing while intoxicated.Fast forward four years and Miller is back on top. At the Winter Olympics in … [Read more...] about Olympic gold medalist Bode Miller balances training with family obligations
Archives for February 2010
Mini-Review – Pocket Doodles for Kids – a good book for a plane ride
Pocket Doodles for Kids is a fun book for kids who like to draw. When my daughter first saw this book at nine, though she fancied herself a budding an artist, it was hard for her to know what to do. At almost 10 though, she had a a lot of fun with it. The principle of the book is simple. It's a lot of half-finished drawings that give just enough detail that a young artist can … [Read more...] about Mini-Review – Pocket Doodles for Kids – a good book for a plane ride
Movie Review: Valentine’s Day
Rating: PG-13 Genre: Comedy Release Date: February 12, 2010 Running Time: 90 minutes Child-friendly?Valentine's Day basically covers a day in the life of love. It follows several people and couples of all types to reveal their love stories. The movie's all-star ensemble cast and love theme may appeal to some teens but frank talk about sex and suggestive scenes make it … [Read more...] about Movie Review: Valentine’s Day
Tips for making summer camp more affordable
The months of March and April are prime sign-up time for summer camps of all kinds. While most fathers agree that the experiences their children will gain by going to camp are worth the expense, many will have sticker shock when they learn just how much keeping their kids entertained throughout the summer months will cost. However, there are some tips parents can use to get the … [Read more...] about Tips for making summer camp more affordable
Tips for avoiding backpack-induced injuries
A recent study found that 90 percent of kids in the U.S. carry backpacks that weigh as much as 10 percent to 22 percent of their total body weight. Researchers say these heavy bags may cause spinal strain and back pain, but there are things fathers can do to help alleviate potential problems caused by lugging these heavy loads.Dads should make sure the backpacks they buy their … [Read more...] about Tips for avoiding backpack-induced injuries