I did not know this, but tomorrow, a new California state law goes into effect, which requires all existing single family homes to install carbon monoxide alarms. Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless poison that can only be detected with proper equipment. The NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) recommends that homeowners install an alarm in each bedroom. Under the … [Read more...] about California makes carbon monoxide detectors mandatory starting July 1, 2011
Archives for June 2011
Five Minutes with Todd Patkin, Author of Finding Happiness
Todd Patkin and we share a lot of the same philosophy about the importance of dads. It was fun to get a chance to ask him some questions that get at the heart of some of the themes in his new book. Q: You’ve written an important book that touches on an important aspect of parenting, Finding Happiness: One Man’s Quest to Beat Depression and Anxiety and—Finally—Let the Sunshine … [Read more...] about Five Minutes with Todd Patkin, Author of Finding Happiness
Why you need to know about head lice
Head lice is a dilemma that virtually every child hears about while in elementary school, especially since most screen for the parasite at least once per year. Because of this, it's important to know some telltale signs of the problem and what the consequences are if your child has it. After all, the last thing you want is for your kid to be called "dirty" by … [Read more...] about Why you need to know about head lice
Movie review: Cars 2
Genre: Animation, adventure Rating: G Release date: June 24, 2011 Runtime: 113 min Child Friendly? Recommended for children of all ages. If you're the type who'd rather not have to think when going to the movies, Cars 2 might be right up your alley. There's no rule that states a good movie requires thought, and this race-themed flick is proof that Pixar is … [Read more...] about Movie review: Cars 2
Movie review: Green Lantern
Genre: Sci-fi, actionRating: PG-13Release date: June 17, 2011Runtime: 105 minutesChild Friendly? Recommended for ages 13 and up.Are you just itching for the chance to pack the family in the car and see the dullest, most thoughtless CGI-driven popcorn flick of the summer? If so, Green Lantern might be the movie for you. The world could always use a few more comic book superhero … [Read more...] about Movie review: Green Lantern