These placeholders are cute, so much fun to make, and they can even be eaten after your Thanksgiving dinner. Kids love making this craft, and they look fantastic at the kids’ Thanksgiving table. What child wouldn’t want this candy turkey as their placeholder? (But make sure they eat their dinner first!) Supplies: Double Stuffed Oreo [...]

With today’s tough economy, a lot of parents are finding that they have to pare back the expenses. Since vacations are considered a luxury (and are expensive!), they are among the first to be put off until later. But family time together is important time. Getting out of the house and off of Facebook, Twitter [...]

Last week I shared the story about me getting angry with the older boys and taking a time out by leaving the house for a while. It wasn’t a fun day, but things worked out better than I would have predicted. John’s comment under the post really got me thinking. Here’s part of it: Walking [...]

So, yesterday the older boys arrived home from spending the week at Grandma and Grandpa’s house. Last week the younger boys had their turn. Other than fifteen minutes of transition time, the boys have effectively had two weeks apart from one another. They definitely needed the break. None of them are willing to admit being [...]

(Editor’s note: Please welcome Tim Grayling to the site with his post on the Internet and parenting. Thanks Tim!!) Recent developments in the US economic environment have caused many Americans to return to school to develop new skills that better fit with the 21st century economy. More and more, online schooling has become mainstream and [...]

(Editor’s note: The good people at Easter Seals have sponsored a study of the needs adults with disabilities and their families have, and we’re spreading the word.) As a parent you’ll do everything to ensure your child’s future will include the best education, employment opportunities and quality of life. But what happens if you’re one [...]