Toddler

"Aaahchooo," sneezes This One. "Bless you," says That One. These are not Dr. Seuss characters read more

Even though our children seem in constant need of entertainment, most budgets will not support weekly trips to Disneyland, Six Flags, or the latest Characters on Ice show. Below are some ideas on how to entertain those restless offspring when the wind seems to be whistling through the void in your wallet.

The joys of owning a pet can truly be innumerable, and over time "Porter" the dog or "Boots" the cat can become a cherished part of the family.  Eventually, though, the death of that pet can rock the emotions throughout your household.

Oh yes, this was the weekend. The weekend of just me and my tot, me-me. Just the two of us. Mommy's at work. In-Laws and friends are tied up. Two feelings come to mind: OH what fun!!!! and OH crap!

I parrot-perch my daughter onto the edge of my knees and begin wrestling her ten tiny fingers so I can trim her nails. Squirming and worming all over my lap she yelps at me, “Daddy, EASY!”

“I know, sweetheart, you don’t like this, but we have to trim them so we don’t cut your little sister.”