Should Kids Have Homework?
December 7, 2009 by Katelyn
Filed under Parenting Mama
Eliza over at Blisstree wrote a post about a school that allows no homework contracts. I started to post a comment and rambled on so long, I realized I had a lot to say about it, so I decided to respond with a post from the viewpoint of someone who has been both a teacher [...]
Once a Month Cooking at Home
December 6, 2009 by Katelyn
Filed under Simply Frugal Mama
We had so much fun going to Let’s Dish to make some meals before the holidays last year. It was more expensive than what we spent with regular grocery shopping and cooking, but the coupons and specials made it an okay buy and we planned to do it again this year because it was really [...]
Girls Dress Up Games Online
December 4, 2009 by Katelyn
Filed under Parenting Mama
In this high tech world filled with flashing graphics and elaborate 3-d games, there is still a place for girls’ dress up games. The easy point and click interface of most of these games makes them perfect for young girls (and boys) who are still learning their way around the computer. Some of the girls [...]
Where’s the Crunch?
December 4, 2009 by Katelyn
Filed under Parenting Mama
The little guy eats his dinner and anxiously inquires if there are any more “Crunchy Delicious” to eat. “Crunchy Delicious?” I’m frantically thinking of every dessert like item that is crunchy. Chips? Popcorn? Granola? No, none of those. I investigate further. Is it something he had recently? Oh, something we bought today? Butterscotch Krimpets? “Yes! [...]
Sheila Dixon May Have Traded Her Political Office for Gift Cards
December 1, 2009 by Katelyn
Filed under Political Mama
So, the trial over Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon’s misappropriation of gift cards is over. She has been found guilty of misdemeanor crimes. Now, I’m sure many people are applauding the conviction or may be disappointed that she wasn’t found guilty of felony theft. Here’s my problem: Why would someone in her right mind risk losing [...]
Christmas Comes to Webkinz World
December 1, 2009 by Katelyn
Filed under Parenting Mama
Webkinz did several big updates and brought Christmas to Webkinz World. Here are the things going on for the holidays: There are quite a few Christmas items in the W Shop. There is also a new Menorah. The e-store has a set of virtual ornaments and a tree, but we’re not going to even try [...]