Store Wars

I was first sent this organic parody of Star Wars about a year ago, and now it has come back around to me again. … [Read more...]

More Lead Hazards: Lunchboxes

I just received an email from the Sierra Club with a quote about lead in lunchboxes that caught my attention: "When it comes to a lunchbox, it's carried. The food that you put in the lunch box may have an outer wrapping, a baggie, so there isn't direct exposure. The direct … [Read more...]

A Recommended Blog

A friend of mine sent me a link to an interesting parenting blog called the Lactivist, "Supporting Breastfeeding in Public, Extended Breastfeeding and Breast Milk Bank Donations", written by Jennifer Laycock. I love the name lactivist, as this blog focues on parenting and … [Read more...]

Newberry Controversy

I love children's books, and perhaps spend too much money on them. When today's New York Times featured an article about a controversial Newberry-winning book, I had to order it. The Higher Power of Lucky is about a 10 year old girl who's mother passed away. The controversy … [Read more...]

A Disappointing Boat

For the most part, I have always been very pleased with the natural toys that have come into our home; however, every once and awhile we receive a natural toy that disappoints (this is one reason why we began this blog). The rubber band powered boat from Magic Cabin is one such … [Read more...]