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When my kids were little, I carefully supervised their television viewing. How much they watched, what they watched, when they watched. Television before breakfast was a treat for sleepovers at Grandma's and Grandpa's. Post-dinner family time involved reading books or playing a game. Of course, back then they probably had only an hour or so between dinner and sleepy time.
Now, my kids are teens, and things have changed. Sure, I keep tabs on their viewing habits, but I give them more rein. As a high school senior, if you're able to eat breakfast and watch Mike and
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August 5th, 2013
Technology Challenge
The first full week of August has begun, which means that the school year is drawing near. In fact, for some areas, school is already in session. For most of us located in New England, there are at least three weeks until the school bus makes its rounds. However, there are plenty of items that need to be done between now and then.
In our house, we need to purchase another computer. As last school year drew to an end, one of our family laptops crashed. While the other is running, it is older, as is the desktop.Â
In our house, we need to purchase another computer. As last school year drew to an end, one of our family laptops crashed. While the other is running, it is older, as is the desktop.Â
July 29th, 2013
Fitness Focus
I always have enjoyed being active, but at some point after having children, I decided that the running around that I did with them was enough to be considered exercise. About seven years ago, when my kids were older elementary aged, I decided that as they were beginning to be independent of me, it was time for me to more independent also. At that time I began exercising for me.
Over the last seven years, I have discovered that I absolutely love incorporating fitness into my life. Six days a week, I start my day with a workout,
Over the last seven years, I have discovered that I absolutely love incorporating fitness into my life. Six days a week, I start my day with a workout,
July 22nd, 2013
New Classics
The phrase "new classics" seems like an oxymoron. I mean, how can something be new and a classic at the same time? According to Merriam-Webster, it can mean something from the ancient Greeks or Romans; a standard of excellence; and historically memorable, among other definitions. However, there are things, such as hit songs from the 80s, which while not falling into any of those three categories do seem to be classic.
One specific example for me is The Breakfast Club. For people of my age, it was a movie that defined our generation. We could identify with all
One specific example for me is The Breakfast Club. For people of my age, it was a movie that defined our generation. We could identify with all
July 15th, 2013
Meet the Team- Tabitha Akery
Having been a member of our writing team since March 2011, Tabitha is an extremely versatile writer. Covering everything from parenting to politics and gardening to gaming, she is a knowledgeable columnist. From her I articles I have discovered many great ideas for holiday parties, learned about interesting tv shows, and decided to watch a new movie.
To learn a little more about the woman behind all of these great articles, I am pleased to share my interview of Tabitha with you.
MPK: When you aren’t writing articles, what do you like to do with your free time?
TA: When
To learn a little more about the woman behind all of these great articles, I am pleased to share my interview of Tabitha with you.
MPK: When you aren’t writing articles, what do you like to do with your free time?
TA: When
July 8th, 2013
A Few Observations
After a long weekend, it feels good to be 100% sure what today's date is. With 4th of July on Thursday and a semi-workday on Friday, I have needed to consider carefully the day of the week. Today, however, I was sure that it was Monday. While the relaxed schedule over the last four days was nice, it also is nice to know exactly what day it is.
Over this long weekend we filled our days with a number of different activities. One of those was a family cookout, at which I made a few observations.
Over this long weekend we filled our days with a number of different activities. One of those was a family cookout, at which I made a few observations.
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