It really seems America has forgotten about our wars in the Middle East, except as a frequent political ploy as politicians on both sides always take out time to "salute the troops." Forgotten almost completely, too, is the human cost to the men and women abroad, but families torn up State-side and years or kids going without a mom or dad in the house. Not surprisingly, there … [Read more...] about Sad side issue from America’s wars: Children’s Mental Health Visits up
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Football announcer skips son’s birth to finish commenting on game
Earning the enmity of moms everywhere. I can't imagine this really earned many "man points," but maybe things really are different in England. TV football pundit John Barnes stunned viewers yesterday by announcing his wife had given birth - but stayed for the final whistle. The ex-Liverpool and England ace announced live to fans that his wife had given birth during the … [Read more...] about Football announcer skips son’s birth to finish commenting on game
Ideas for building a house that is fun for kids
When you were a kid, didn't you dream of the kind of house and life you would have when you had the means and liberty to run your life. Certainly, there would be more trips to the amusement park, more movies, and plenty more ice cream. I also fantasized about kid stuff I wanted in a house. No grownup wood paneling and fluffy pillows for me. I wanted fire poles and hidden doors … [Read more...] about Ideas for building a house that is fun for kids
10 things I wish someone had told me about being a dad to little kids
1. No one ever said you had to turn on Barney, go to a Wiggles concert or buy a Raffi CD. Yes, the world would be a better place if they didn't exist, but you can make sure they don't, in your own house. 2. Band-Aids are cheap and create pain free miracles. is there any reason not to put them on whenever you see an owie? 3. Why not buy 20 pairs of white socks and throw them in … [Read more...] about 10 things I wish someone had told me about being a dad to little kids
7 Tips to get them to eat their vegetables
Image via Wikipedia I guess I've really become a mom now, since the highlight of my day yesterday was getting my six year-old to eat both fruit and vegetables at dinner. While my wife worries that they will starve to death from not eating any food, I obsess that I can't get them to eat the right things. After years of trying, I can claim success with my daughter who now … [Read more...] about 7 Tips to get them to eat their vegetables