I don’t know if the gift of Parseltongue skips a generation or not. As far as I know, neither my wife nor I have it. My folks don’t either, for that matter, though I suppose the big guy’s other grandparents might.
Read MoreI have no idea how long the Hokey Pokey has been around. Has it been a century? I don’t know. It’s silly. It’s fun. It’s embarrassing, and I completely understand why my second-grader wouldn’t do it. He’s both too old and not old enough.
Read MoreDon’t get me wrong, I love to see the big guy getting creative. I just wish he’d channel that creativity in other directions.
Read MoreWhat to do when the kids are driving you absolutely insane? Scare the pants off ’em!
Read MoreWhat’s the best way for a second-grade boy to hug his dad? How about if the whole class is watching?
Read MoreSomewhere out there is a list of things parents are not supposed to do. This is almost certainly on it.
Read MoreI can honestly say that at no point in my life did I ever utter these particular words. Is it possible we’ve over-educated the big guy?
Read MoreWhen it comes to storytelling, what’s more important – the story or the telling? I’ve always thought the telling was the thing, but after this adventure, I’m kind of hoping it’s the story.
Read MoreEver really looked forward to a meal, only to have things not work out when you reached the restaurant? I think it’s tougher when you’re only 8.
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