Grand Theft Childhood
March 16, 2010 – 7:00 am | No Comment

So much of parenting entails thwarting.
I must thwart my toddler’s attempts to travel staircases and wade in toilets. I do this with gates, latches, and other inventions meant to keep small children safe and …

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Bedtime fun
November 8, 2009 – 12:01 am | 2 Comments
Bedtime fun

You’re done with the bath, jammies, brushing teeth and bedtime stories. Now what?
Tell a silly story.
Play quiet games.
Read in bed. (I like to pretend I’m being REALLY nice, “I gueeesss you can read.” . …

Nature’s Decorations for Fall
November 1, 2009 – 12:01 am | Comments Off
Nature’s Decorations for Fall

I love, love, love fall.  And, I love bringing as much of the fall outside into my inside living space.  Here are my fall decorating ideas.  Let your kids help decorate your house with their …

Halloween Treats
October 25, 2009 – 12:03 am | One Comment
Halloween Treats

And now we come to the controversial topic of Halloween candy.  Dun, duh, duh.  Also titled, Why I like to give out candy alternatives on Halloween.
First, Halloween candy is dangerous to certain people whose name …

6 Ways to Keep Your Child Safe Trick-or-Treating on Halloween
October 18, 2009 – 12:01 am | No Comment
6 Ways to Keep Your Child Safe Trick-or-Treating on Halloween

In Colorado, we have terrible weather on Halloween.  Last year was the only exception in my memory.  No matter the weather, it’s important to keep you kids safe when trick-or-treating.  Here are six important rules …

Halloween Pumpkin Decorating and Carving
October 11, 2009 – 12:01 am | No Comment
Halloween Pumpkin Decorating and Carving

Make pumpkins part of your family Halloween traditions.
First, when you buy a pumpkin, consider picking a pumpkin patch that supports a cause.   Even better, have your kids help you make this decision. …

Best Halloween Books for Kids, Ghosts and Mummies
October 4, 2009 – 12:01 am | Comments Off
Best Halloween Books for Kids, Ghosts and Mummies

You’re waiting for Charlie Brown’s Great Pumpkin, aren’t you? But, did you know you it’s not just a movie?  You can read the book, too.  Check out the Mile High Mama’s list of awesome …

Weather Window
September 27, 2009 – 12:01 am | No Comment
Weather Window

Choose a “weather window” in your house. Label it to remind yourself and your kids. Maybe somewhere near your eating area.
Post a large thermometer outside. Put up a windsock.
Observe. Is it sunny, cloudy, …