Category: family

Heroic Teachers and Frightened Parents

Taft High School California ShootingTaft High School California Site of Today's Shooting

I just want to reach out to my fellow parents. Are you feeling as sick to your stomach as I am right now? Does the thought of sending your child to school create a feeling of anxiety that’s hard to shake?

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I Want to Say… Thanks.

You are part of a core group of eclectic individuals spread halfway across the globe… a group I’m so proud to call my friends. Thanks for enriching my world and that of my family. We wish you a very safe and Merry Christmas!

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2013 Ford Flex with EcoBoost – Video Review

Red 2013 Ford Flex with EcoBoost - Family Car Review

I’m happy to report parents need not resign ourselves to the sea of hum-drum mini-vans and SUVs that prowl our suburbs. Video Review of the 2013 Ford Flex…

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Independence Day Memories – Made in America

4th of July Family Memories Made in America – Sponsored by Rayovac

My dad was a strong, proud man, but I remember seeing him tear up while the patriotic music played and he lit the sky on fire with brilliant displays of color.

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Top 20 Baby Names 2011 – Plus Names People Hate

Top 20 baby names in the past 10 years - Infographic

Parents often agonize over choosing the right name for their baby. Turns out there are certain names that people particularly dislike. Do you know what they are?

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I Hope You Dance

Photo of a Young Girl Dancing - I Hope You Dance

Dancing, singing & giggling is my daughter’s natural state. Sometimes I worry that formal dance training may rob her of that natural, untrained, fearless grace.

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Disney Dilemma: Best Disney World Hotel Options for Kids

Best Hotels for kids visiting Mickey & Minnie at Disney World

We’re planning our first family vacation with our daughter who will be 4 years old. How do you stay in the same room, and still do naps and sleep at night?

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Best New Family Cars for 2011 & 2012

I’ve been mulling over the purchase of a new family car for some time now. What do you drive and would you recommend it? If not, what would you buy today?

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7 Great Quotes for Parents

Daddy Daughter Holding Hands

Anyone who knows me, knows I love inspirational quotes. There’s something about these bite sized bits of parenting wisdom that I am better able to assimilate.

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