Orion Magazine featured a wonderful article titled "Leave No Child Inside" by Richard Louv in the latest online edition. Louv has written a book called Last Child in the Woodsabout saving our children from "nature-deficit disorder". According to Louv, "Within the space of a few … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2007
Prayer Flags for Easter
Easter is a time for renewal and prayers, as spring erupts around us. This year, my children will be receiving Tibetan Prayer Flagsin their Easter baskets. Hanging the flags around our garden has become a tradition in our family. The prayer flags are beautiful and an easy way … [Read more...]
The Best Shoes For Little Paws
When my first child started to crawl, a friend gave me a used pair of Robeez shoes/slippers. I quickly fell in love with these natural, leather shoes for babies. I wanted my child to be able to keep her socks on during the cold winter months, but I didn't want her in hard sole … [Read more...]
Who Needs Diapers?
Have you ever wondered what families in third world countries or far back in history did for diapers? I have until I received the National Resource Defence Council's "This Green Life" in my inbox. In North America, we assume diapers are a normal part of infancy and toddlerhood, … [Read more...]
20% of Chinese Toys Unfit for Children
There is reason to be concerned about toys made in China, which is most of the toys in the world market. According to news reports in India (US news agencies have failed to pick up on the story), 20% of toys made in China are unfit for children. Quality tests revealed … [Read more...]