Charmed by Snakes at The Denver Museum of Nature and Science
February 7, 2012 – 7:00 am | 7 Comments

There’s a zoo at The Denver Museum of Nature and Science.
But it’s not lunchtime in the atrium or the parking lot on a free day. 60 creepy, slithery, and totally fascinating creatures have been collected into one fun-filled new exhibit called Lizards and Snakes. Recently, our family spent an evening getting to know the critters [...]

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Denver Offers Fantastic Family Fun in 2012
January 15, 2012 – 8:09 am | 1 Comment
Denver Offers Fantastic Family Fun in 2012

This is the year Denver tourism goes big. Spurred by solid gains in the past two tough years, the city is busting out in 2012, with celebrations of art, history, animals, presidential contenders, cyclists and collegiate athletes joining the city’s perennial exaltation of beer, snow and sports.
At least a quarter-billion dollars of tourism-friendly projects are [...]

Ideas for Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day With Your Kids
January 15, 2012 – 7:00 am | No Comment
Ideas for Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day With Your Kids

Martin Luther King Jr. Day always creeps up on me. After the frenzy of Christmas, this important commemorative holiday goes unnoticed at my house.
I have vowed to make this year different.
Of course, the most obvious way to salute the legacy of Martin Luther King is at the annual MLK Day Marade. The combination march-and-parade [...]

Do Tablets and Smartphones Help Kids Learn?
January 14, 2012 – 1:00 am | 8 Comments
Do Tablets and Smartphones Help Kids Learn?

Those of you who love all things tech will know that this week CES International 2012 took place. I was thrilled to be able to attend. Let me just say there are a whole lot of exciting products launching for kids (and moms and dads, too)! I’m still processing all the amazing gadgets I got [...]

The hidden risks of humidifiers
January 13, 2012 – 7:00 am | 1 Comment
The hidden risks of humidifiers

If you’re like lots of moms, you might put a humidifier in your child’s bedroom with good intentions, like to help him or her breathe easier. However, when used incorrectly, humidifiers may pose a risk to your child’s health.
What are the pros and cons of humidifiers?
Humidifiers can help add moisture to dry living spaces, which [...]

Feds: Colorado medical-marijuana dispensaries within 1,000 feet of a school must close
January 13, 2012 – 7:00 am | 7 Comments
Feds: Colorado medical-marijuana dispensaries within 1,000 feet of a school must close

Federal prosecutors announced Thursday a crackdown on medical-marijuana dispensaries in Colorado, the most aggressive law-enforcement action yet against the businesses in the state.
The U.S. Attorney’s office today sent letters to 23 dispensaries located within 1,000 feet of a school. The dispensaries were told they have 45 days to close or face criminal prosecution and forfeiture [...]

Our First Temper Tantrum
January 12, 2012 – 8:15 am | 3 Comments
Our First Temper Tantrum

Oh, the ever-changing world of toddlerhood.
One minute, you think you’ve finally grasped the complexities, and the next minute, everything changes.
Yesterday was not a fun day. We were at the park on a playdate with our friends, and suddenly, I started feeling really sick to my stomach. I mumbled a few words and headed to the [...]

On average: How often do you brush your teeth, change your sheets, talk to your parents?
January 12, 2012 – 7:00 am | No Comment
On average: How often do you brush your teeth, change your sheets, talk to your parents?

From brushing teeth to changing the sheets to washing the car, we all have varying frequencies for the necessities in life.
This week, we took a look at the norm for some of life’s “musts.”
The percentages listed are based on the results of an unofficial online poll on the On the Edge blog on Timesunion.com.
How often [...]

Life-Insurance: Do You Know the Value…of YOU?
January 11, 2012 – 7:00 am | 11 Comments
Life-Insurance:  Do You Know the Value…of YOU?

You wouldn’t let your child ride in a car without a seatbelt or ride a bike without a helmet. As good parents we protect our children…just in case. Life-insurance is part of that protection.

Kid’s Winter Gear Roundup…WIN Obermeyer Ski Coat/Pants & Name Bubbles!
January 11, 2012 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
Kid’s Winter Gear Roundup…WIN Obermeyer Ski Coat/Pants & Name Bubbles!

Whether you’re hitting the slopes this winter or building snowmen in your backyard, you are going to want to bundle up – and with these top winter gear picks, your kids will be properly protected AND in great style!

Obermeyer  - Clothes That Grow!
(photo: Sheer Bliss Coat in Anthracite)
Obermeyer’s novel “I-Grow” System allows for your children’s winter wardrobe to grow [...]

Event round-up: Stock Show, Oatmeal Festival & More!
January 10, 2012 – 5:49 pm | Comments Off
Event round-up: Stock Show, Oatmeal Festival & More!

Through Jan. 22. Get on your boots: The second weekend of the National Western Stock Show begins today. After hitting its second-highest-ever opening day attendance figures on Jan. 7, the Stock Show lures spectators with rodeos aplenty in the coming week. Daily ProRodeo events with matinee and evening showtimes keep the action coming, including lots [...]