Although most of us are enjoying a relaxing summer break, the new school year is just around the corner. August is the time to get ready for back to school by preparing ourselves with the proper supplies and organizational techniques. Follow these suggestions to create a less stressful year and to avoid that last minute scurry before the first day of school. Even if you don't have children or aren't attending school yourself, we can all benefit...more
Florida permit exam preparation can be an exciting milestone in a teen's life. It's a transition from dependence on others for rides everywhere to a new-found feeling of maturity and independence. Taking the classes to prepare for the Florida driver permit test might seem like a dull chore in comparison to the excitement of driving, but there are new and fun ways to take driver education classes without even setting foot in a classroom!Going...more
LEADING CAUSE OF DEATH FOR TEENAGERSFor decades the American Academy of Pediatrics has reported that the leading cause of death for teenagers, are motor vehicle accidents. Spring break and prom are two of the most deadly seasons, but there is hope.We all know that as much as parents talk to their children, and schools talk to their students, and even pediatricians talk to their patients about the dangers of driving under the influence, it doesn't always sink in. Just as a parent would never think of placing their toddler on the front seat of the car and then drive away thinking all is well just because they instructed the toddler to sit still till they got to where they were going; a parent should never fool themselves into thinking that just because someone told a teenager that driving under the influence could seriously injure or kill them will keep them from doing it "just this once". Unfortunately, what they don't seem to understand, but what we know, is that "just this once" is once too many.So, as a mother who was serious about making sure that her under age drivers did NOT make the possibly fatal mistake of thinking . . . I can handle it . . . Parents worry too much . . . It...more
From Congressman Joe Baca {D} of California, to the Halo 3 Murder Trial of Daniel Petric, violence and video games seem to be intertwined, with or without the help of a congressman, parents, the media or very disturbed individuals, seriously.From video game forums, blogs, articles and other media outlets, I've read many thoughts on violence in...more
Are you ready for the big day? Prom is an all-important event and everyone is anxious and yet excited about it. The problem is, all that excitement may cause you to forget a few things along the way. There are many item to remember for prom. The most important one is to have your dress picked out, steamed and ready to go. Keep it someplace safe and...more
Your child has finally grown up and left the childhood home, swapping out your house for a college dorm. He or she will be gone for the majority of the year, and you as a parent are suddenly stuck with the rather open question of just what to do with the newly vacated room.First Thing FirstWhat you do with your child's room depends largely on how many things your child took with them to college, how much they left behind, and what you intend to do with the room in the future. This means that the first step is going to consist of packing up the room and finding a storage space, like a self storage unit, to deposit whatever remains. As noted before, what you plan to do with the room, and what your child will be taking with them after college, will dictate what you do with the larger pieces of furniture. In some instances you can put them in storage, in others, you'll need to leave them be.Another Kid's RoomIf you happen to have a large family, specifically one in which two kids are sharing a room, this decision is often the easiest to make. After all, you've got the room, and it's in one state or another of being furnished, it is only fair that each child gets their own room. And if...more
Ever fancied yourself as a bit of a celebrity or know someone who does? Have you ever wondered what it's like to be "papped" by a herd of paparazzi and see yourself all over a world renowned magazine ? Well, now you can thanks to the celeb loving...more
Prom night is an extremely important event in many teenagers' lives, so deciding what to wear should be well thought out. Odds are, both you and your friends will be looking at pictures taken on the night for many years to come. Deciding on what type...more
Some of the famous boys Halloween costumes are Ben10, Wall-E, Dark Knight-Joker, Chronicles of Narnia- Price Caspian and Kung Fu Panda. Boys would love to wear Ben 10 television series costumes. During Halloween night, many boys dress up as Ben...more
American Girl dolls are all the rage right now. They are great for ages 5-12 and provide hours of pretend play for little girls who love to imagine up scenes with dolls that look just like them. The most popular line of American Girl dolls isthe...more
Build a Bears are custom made, personalized, stuffed animals that you can buy clothing and accessories for. You can choose how soft or hard they are, and even put a personalized heart inside. They have a tracking system in them so that if they are...more
Prom night is, needless to say, still one of the most important nights of any young girl's life. The anticipation that leads up to this night can at times become overbearing for the teenager as well as for the stressed out parents. This is especially...more