With five kids there is always something going on – especially now that my older ones are becoming more involved in sports, Boy Scouts, and community activities. At the same time I’m pursuing more large-scale projects for my problogging, book writing, and speaking/teaching. How do I stay connected? Well for the last month I’ve been […]
The Importance of Getting Outdoors
While we are outside a lot as a family, we still have only about a quarter-acre lot in our just-within-city-limits home. So as our kids are growing and all officially-mobile, we’ve been trying to get out where they can have even more room. There’s a reason why they call it the Great Outdoors afterall. They […]
How to Buy Toys for Toddlers: Choosing the Best Toddler Toys for Your Child
With a market that is overflowing with all the possible kinds of toys and playthings for toddlers, how is a parent to decide what to choose and what to leave behind? Here are some simple ideas on buying toddler toys and giving your toddler playthings that are safe, fun, and even educational.