Do you remember when the Christmas toys were new and exciting, even after Easter? Those were the good old days when a favorite toy lasted beyond the current TV season.
Like many parents, I try to get gifts each Christmas that will have staying power. Invariably, some of the toys don’t live up to the hype. [...]

While teaching a daughter about social graces, a dad realizes that none of us learned them intuitively. We all had to start with the basics, and some of us picked them up faster than others.

It’s that time of year again. It’s time to sort the CDs.
Oh, I’m sure you’re thinking “Why don’t you just keep them in order as [...]

Here’s a visual aid that might help you teach a 5-7yo why they shouldn’t fill up on sweets before dinner. All you need is a sponge…

Sometimes our urges to help our children succeed can get a little out of hand…

This month marked a milestone for us. My oldest daughter, Brin, received her driving learner permit. It was also memorable for another reason: We tried [...]

Sunday is traditionally the day of rest, but it’s usually spent catching up on all those projects we promised to get to over the weekend. [...]