All those bedtime stories about Sherlock Holmes probably influenced your child’s dream of becoming a detective. Granted, it does seem like a fun and exciting profession. With an impressive trench coat and magnifying glass in …
It Takes More Than Sherlock Holmes’ Brain to Be a Detective Read More »
Writing is difficult, but teaching writing is more laborious. Just the idea of bringing young students into a level of competence where they could string sentences together and make some sense out of it is …
Pool barriers can serve as a security measure for preventing children from unsupervised access into the pool. These features may be required for adherence to the law or to an insurance company. While there is …
Recommended Safety Specifications for Pool Fences Read More »
Pieces of jewellery are items of luxury that people buy mostly for their beautiful appearance or unique aesthetic. Another reason may be as an asset, but jewellery generally doesn’t make for a good investment because pieces tend …
Jewellery Photography Mistakes That Can Lead to Lost Sales Read More »
Now and then, the look and feel of the office needs to be updated. Sometimes, it’s merely to keep up with the modern times. In other instances, it’s to meet the changing nature of the …
For Your Next Reno: Work Zones that Every Office Should Have Read More »
It’s generally any parent’s goal to see their kids do well in school. Education is valuable, and while our young children don’t see it now, they will appreciate the good grades and knowledge levels they’ve …
Helicopter Parenting: Why You Shouldn’t Be Restricting Your Child Read More »
Let your kid fall off the swing. Let your child ride the roller coaster if they insist they’re old enough, even if you know they’ll cry even before they reach the first loop de loop. …
Don’t Baby Your Baby: Why It’s Okay for Your Kids to Make Mistakes Read More »
You’ll meet a lot of parents in PTA meetings: helicopter parents, free-range parents, Republican parents who insist on equipping security guards with guns, Liberal parents who want stricter vaccination policies, soccer moms, parents who don’t …
To Lock or to Leave Open: What’s Your Take on Locked-Door Policies? Read More »
When is the right time to get your child a pet? It really depends on how mature your child is. Do you know why there are a lot of animals in pet shelters right now? …
When Is It the Best Time to Get Your Child a Pet? Read More »
I became a stepparent to my stepdaughters when they were very young. The older one barely had a memory of her mother, who had given my husband full custody in exchange for not having to …
You’re Not My Real Mom: The Woes of Being a Stepparent Read More »
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