The Easy Bake Oven Sure Has Changed Over the Years
Did you know that 2013 is the 50th anniversary of the Easy Bake Oven? I wonder how many of us grew up playing with one. I never had one of my own, but I think my younger sister did. I purchased one for the older boys when they were very young, but it was hard to do...
Monday Give Away Linky: Accomplishment Edition
Well Heroes, it's 1:16 in the morning as I type this, but I'm feeling downright terrific about the amount of work I just got done. Yay! Accomplishment! Why yes, I AM a workaholic. It's a bit of a failing. Annnnyways. So happy to be moving into a new week where more...
Youth Gone Wild – How to Stay Out of Trouble in Your Youth
As you get older, you will notice that time goes by faster. That is why it is important for you to enjoy yourself while you are young. Many young people get in trouble trying to have fun, but there are several things that you can do to stay out of trouble while having...
How to Make Your Kitchen Cater to Your Family
The kitchen is one of the most frequently used rooms in the house, with people wandering in and out in search of food and drink, while others even use it to sit down at the table and do their administrative work, such as paying bills. Despite its popularity and...
4 Ways to Protect Your Family Before There is a Problem
People rarely think that disaster will actually strike them in their own personal lives. The problem with this type of thinking is that a variety of different disasters affect millions of people every year, with these people often not being prepared mentally or...
Five Fun Tips for Teaching Your Kids About Money
Your kids deserve to have a comprehensive education when it comes to money. If a child can be taught fiscal responsibility at a young age, those habits will transfer when they grow up. Therefore, you need to utilize these tips to help your child learn as much about...
There are Great Parenting Memories to be Found in Kids’ TV Shows
Now that the younger boys are (eek) almost 11 years old, one thing I've noticed is that I'm no longer an expert on the latest and greatest little kid television shows anymore. Back when the boys were little, we were all about Blue's Clues, Dora the Explorer, and Bob...
Building a Better Student: The Wrong Crowd
"Even if it is painful and lonely, associate with worthy companions." - Dogen, the great Zen master. We'll call him Aaron, but the name is unimportant, since millions of kids fall into the same trap that ultimately derailed this young man. He was quieter than most...
Halloween Safety: See and Be Seen
Well Heroes, Halloween is just a week away. Are your kids ready with costumes and safety practices? One of the things we do every year is check the boys' candy before allowing them to have it. As it turns out, many experts agree evidence on tainted Halloween candy is...
Six New Costs Expectant Parents Need to Budget
Having a baby is a joyous occasion, but it can place a financial strain on a household budget. Without financial planning, new parents adjusting to caring for an infant may find themselves enduring significant stress due to the additional expenses incurred. One of the...