“We’re excited that The ‘Perfect’ Parent is joining this year’s list of award-winning products,” says Julie Kertes, NAPPA General Manager.I was at a restaurant the other day when a 10-year-old boy, sitting at a table behind us asked, “Mom, I want the Oysters Rockefeller.” “OYSTERS?” asked his Mom. “You don’t even know what they taste like.” “I know,” he replied, “that’s why I want to order them.” “Pick something else on the menu, Mikey,” coaxed his Mom. “But I want to try them,” said Mikey. “No, Mikey. Try something else,” replied the Mom. “But why, Mom?” asked Mikey. “Because…
TweetThis weekend I spent a lot of time sulking over damage done by a recent renter on a rental property. I told the agent (also my neighbor and friend) that it was hard to imagine how someone would not take care of others’ things as they would their own. In fact, I would take more care of others’ things than I would of my own! I woke up this morning with a queasy stomach and burning eyes despite eight restful…
TweetTake 2 for the most important job you’ll ever do…PARENTING! Today’s feature: Food for Thought on ‘Gossip’ Enjoy and let us know what you think! Be sure to check out the TOG Blog on Friday for more expert perspective from our parentologists!
TweetIn the cultural urgency of keeping our kids busy and thereby enrolling them in every ‘in’ activity and sport, how many of us parents actually stop to observe what our kids are really good at? Believe it or not, the three questions I asked myself when choosing activities for my kids were: 1. What’s healthy for them? 2. What will be the most fun? 3. How much will it cost? All three are great questions…and important ones too. But imagine…
TweetTAKE 2: Tapping into Your Children’s Passions! Check back on the TOG Blog this Friday for MORE!!
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