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Tasers for Kids

Posted by on April 22nd, 2013, under NOTEBOOK

I rarely, if ever, give a full-fledged piece of parenting advice. I’m not a fan of “the authority” or specialists or people telling me how to live my life, but I think it’s time I finally take a dip in the “this is how you do it” parenting pool. It’s a dirty pool, by the [...]

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5 Alternate Uses for Toddlers!

Posted by on May 21st, 2012, under NOTEBOOK

Toddlers can take a huge toll on your patience, resources and time. The list of tough lessons and experiences is endless: possessiveness, tantrums, food pickiness, lack of vocabulary, etc. And, you might even get to a point of asking the rough questions, “What good is a toddler having around? What is the exact purpose of [...]

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Scamming Yourself

Posted by on May 18th, 2012, under NOTEBOOK

Disclosure: This post is brought to you today by LifeLock, a leader in identity theft protection. This post is my own opinion and my crazytalk doesn’t necessarily reflect the opinions of Lifelock or its staff. I’m tired of scamming myself into thinking I’m a good enough parent. I’ve realized today, after a 21-hour run, that [...]

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Solo Dadding

Posted by on April 20th, 2012, under NOTEBOOK

Half of my ass slips off the fake, butt-worn leather of a bench. I’m almost sideways. Finn works my arm, yanking it from its socket. My other appendage is attached by way of my palm stuck to my face. With eyes half-closed, I think that I’d love for the Arabic music in this Lebanese restaurant [...]

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Spicemance Tips for Valentine’s Day (VIDEO)

Posted by on February 10th, 2012, under VIDEOTAPE

Valentine’s Day can be tough to pull off for any couple. But when you have kids? Yikesberries. So, let us help you put the spice back in your romance with 3 easy tips. We call it SPICEMANCE. Ladies, this one’s for you, because frankly, you are in the driver’s seat. Guys, share with it your [...]

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Shut Mouth

Posted by on October 17th, 2011, under NOTEBOOK

How long will I to have to endure listening to unrequested parenting criticism and advice? This past week someone close to us told us that my son evidently has a “discipline problem.” This information was delivered first to my wife (who almost lost it), after which I called Captain Commentary to see if I could [...]

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