Contributed by Stefanie Mullen

10 Things Parents Who Parent Do

10 Things Parents Who Parent Do
Must Dos for Parents of Tweens and Teens 1. Have the passwords to your kids social media platforms and emails. Use them to do periodic checks. Sexting, bullying and all sorts of other frightening things take place behind the curtain. Make... more please

posted: 02/17/2012

Why Do Boys Forget Their Gear?

Why Do Boys Forget Their Gear?
Years ago, when KeenanKeenan aka: Kman
Age: 16
"Special" Qualities: Door slamming, stomping and eye rolling (can do it all in one impressive motion).
Best Qualities: The softest kindest heart, hysterical and quite charming when he tries. was nine, he was still playing baseball.  He had practice twice a week and one or two games.  At least two times a week he would forget his glove.  Not an enormous problem for a right... more please

posted: 02/16/2012

Using Facebook to Rant

Using Facebook to Rant
How One Dad Taught His Daughter A Valuable Internet Lesson Yesterday I came across the video below on the fabulously Rated R site Pajamas and Coffee. Please take the time to watch it before you read this post. It’s... more please

posted: 02/14/2012

Table Talk: Wishes, Adulthood and Roller Coasters

Table Talk: Wishes, Adulthood and Roller Coasters
10 Great Questions to Ask Your Kids What is one thing about our family that makes us special? What is your favorite word right now? Why? If you could give one breed of animal the ability to talk, which one would it be? Which... more please

posted: 02/13/2012

15 Things Boys Should Know Before They Turn 18

15 Things Boys Should Know Before They Turn 18
There are some key things your sons should know before they leave home. Here are my top 15.  1. The kitchen? Not just for girls. Learn to use a stove. 2. If a girl tries to change you she doesn’t really love... more please

posted: 02/10/2012

Want a Trophy? They're Free.

Want a Trophy? They\'re Free.
Should We Give Trophies for Participation? The number of trophies in our house makes the late Michael Jackson’s award room seem paltry. My kids? Trophy. Winners. Oh that Ooph, she is a nauseating bragger? No. Nauseated? Yes. Less than one percent... more please

posted: 02/06/2012

15 Things Girls Should Know Before They Turn 18

15 Things Girls Should Know Before They Turn 18
There a few key things every girl should know before she departs your home. Here are my top 15.  1. Scissors are to be used for opening bags of chips, not for your hair. Especially NOT your bangs. EVER. 2. Never use... more please

posted: 02/02/2012

Table Talk: Movies, Books and Sports

Table Talk: Movies, Books and Sports
Get Your Kids Talking with these Simple & Fun Questions: Would you rather be really funny and everyone loved hanging out with you but you have to work really hard on your homework and study a lot to get good grades... more please

posted: 01/30/2012