As a driver, one of my main rules of the road is to avoid traffic jams. As a father, this is especially true during toilet training. Tempers can get frayed — especially mine — so this rule is right up […]
Speaking of the Holidays
Our Christmas tree looked frail as it lay in the street, waiting for the trash men to haul it away. A trail of needles led through the living room and across our lawn, marking the end of another holiday. I thought of all that had gone wrong with the holiday season.
Cutting Your Stock-Market Losses Is Child’s Play
Image by: Steve Woods For big savings amid a tanking economy, I suggest thinking small. Really small. The stock market has plummeted. People are losing their homes and retirement savings. Most of us are doing all we can to save […]
The Sanctity of Naptime
I get the most out of naptime by staying awake. On most days, I pay bills, try to keep the house and lawn in working order, cook meals and plan my days, all while my son, Nicholas, sleeps. While he’s […]