When you're thinking about family-friendly vacation destinations, Las Vegas probably isn't the first (or second, third or 15th) location on your list.Rather than inspiring touching memories of fatherhood, Las Vegas likely calls to mind gambling, showgirls, alcohol and Mike Tyson with a tiger. While, yes, most of those things can definitely be found in Sin … [Read more...] about Think Vegas is Just for Adults? Think again
Archives for June 2015
Are you giving your child too many cookies?
"Parents’ Denial Fuels Childhood Obesity Epidemic," is the title of an article in the New York Times yesterday. In it, the NYT explains that a lot of parents either don't see or don't want to see signs of incipient obesity in their own kids. Despite widespread publicity about the obesity epidemic, parents increasingly seem to be turning a blind eye as their children put on … [Read more...] about Are you giving your child too many cookies?
New dad moments play to dads’ memories in new Dove campaign
My kids are 11 and 15 now, and I feel lucky to still be working in a category where I get to enjoy babies and stories of pregnancy, at least vicariously. Dove+ Men Care has probably been watching 1000s of new dad videos to launch a new camp campaign on YouTube for Father’s Day. Take a look: I don’t know if we all remember where we were when we found out we were going to be … [Read more...] about New dad moments play to dads’ memories in new Dove campaign
Video Review: Nixplay Digital Frame
Nixplay Edge 8-Inch Wi-Fi Cloud Digital Photo Frame - $129 Here’s our review of the Nixplay digital frame which we love for loved ones who live faraway or even across town. This digital frame makes it easy to share photos over WIFI. Pros: * Very easy to set up, though users will have to access their WIFI network * Easy to send or add photos through a variety of … [Read more...] about Video Review: Nixplay Digital Frame
Top 4 Things Near Orlando That Aren’t Theme Parks
If your kids are old enough, the mere mention of Orlando inspires a wave of pleading and "I want to go to Disney World" discussions. So know now that you're probably going to end up spending time with Mickey. You'll survive.There are several other theme parks in Orlando too, and they all have their perks - but between the parking, the overpriced food, and … [Read more...] about Top 4 Things Near Orlando That Aren’t Theme Parks