When an Adult Took Standardized Tests Forced on Kids. I don't like that school has become more and more about preparing kids for tests. But I still don't want to homeschool. So let's fix this before my kids get to school age! (Washington Post)
Congrats, Internet, For Making Me Never Want to Take My Baby on a Plane. "Act sorrier. I need to act really sorry that I'm even on the plane, then also sorry I chose to have a kid, sorrier even that I don't live closer to where I've chosen to go, and sorry that I need to take these little monsters with me." (Jezebel)
Of Santa and Jesus. We're not doing Santa in our household. But I kind of like the idea of teaching my kids the story of Saint Nicholas. (A Deeper Story)
Fast Food, Convenience, and Money. We definitely pay for the convenience. I could make a better burger or taco. I just don't want to sometimes... (The Simple Dollar)
When Parenting Means Steering Into the Skid. Sometimes kids go through difficult phases, and parenting is more difficult. (Simple Mom)
How My Family Rocks Our No-Cash Holiday Season. We don't go as far as no-cash, but spending less, and doing things that might require more of a time investment instead is okay by me. (Offbeat Mama)
And finally, a few posts about toys:
- The 5 Best Toys of All Time. I'll give you a hint - none of them require batteries. (Geek Dad)
- A Helpful Guide to Owning Fewer Toys. My favorite part is limiting toys to a specific container - once it's full, you have to choose something to get rid of if you want to add a new one. Works well for more than just toys, actually. (Life Your Way)
- My #1 Secret for Keeping Toys Organized. We kind of do this. And it works. (I'm an Organizing Junkie)
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