Can't We Just Let Mothers Be Mothers?

A recent Op-Ed piece in the New York Times titled, "Off to Work She Should Go" annoyed me. Every once in awhile, the media reports about working mothers versus stay at home mothers. Any parent will tell you, all mothers are working mothers!The United States Bureau of Labor … [Read more...]

Are Play Teepees Culturally Sensitive?

For my daughter's second birthday, her grandmother got her a Magic Cabin Teepee. This canvas teepee was truly beautiful and expensive. It took me several attempts to properly assemble the teepee, but once it was up, the teepee provided a great enclosed outdoor space to play in … [Read more...]

Green Family Values: Downshifting Week-Slow Down and Green Up!

April 21-April 27 is National Downshifting Week, created by sustainable living writer and broadcaster Tracey Smith. What is downshifting (click here to see a video)? Downshifting is the process of slowing down the pace of modern life in order to live a more quality existence … [Read more...]

Have You Downshifted Yet?

It's Downshifting Week, and I hope you are able to simplify and spend more time with your family. April 21-April 27 is National Downshifting Week, created by sustainable living writer and broadcaster Tracey Smith. During this week, citizens in the UK and US are asked to "Slow … [Read more...]

Ride On, Little One!

The Radio Flyer Classic Tiny Trike is the best ride on toy for a toddler. Made of quality wood, chidren love to learn how to scoot along around their first birthday and don't stop (my five year old daughter still tries to ride ours, even though her legs are too long). My two … [Read more...]