Just a few days left to get your shopping done. Here are some ideas if you’re short on time. Go to the bookstore. Books are a great idea because you can wander the aisles and be prompted by book titles to think of the right subject for the recipient. A trip to a bookstore, even after work, or on a Sunday afternoon, is a relatively peaceful experience and you might even … [Read more...] about Best Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Moms
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Bein’ a Dad – Still the Best Anthem for Fatherhood Out There
We’ve said before and we’ll keep saying it because if you haven’t heard this song by Loudon Wainwright (he’s Rufus’ dad, if you’re under 40), you’re missing out. At every stage of “bein’ a dad,” this song rings true. The first lines go like this: Bein’ a dad isn’t so bad Except that you gotta feed ‘em… Bein’ a dad can make … [Read more...] about Bein’ a Dad – Still the Best Anthem for Fatherhood Out There
Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Funny Face out on DVD
Audrey Hepburn is my daughter's favorite movie star. She has seen all her movies except for Breakfast at Tiffany's, which we continue to think is just a little mature for her. Funny Face, however, is one of her favorites. Though there are scenes of people smoking, most of it is pretty tame, though it is the kind of love story little girls love. She has bought three books on … [Read more...] about Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Funny Face out on DVD
Holiday gifts for grilling dads
1. Electric Grill Brush - $28 - Boy, do I wish I had one of these. We'd grill outside more often. Our grill is caked with who-knows-what caked over the chrome. I brush most of it away, but a lot always remains. To the hardboiled, I know that means good barbecue flavor, but I can't get over eating burnt meat grease. 2. Laguiole 6-Piece Steak Knife set - $42 - This is a treat … [Read more...] about Holiday gifts for grilling dads
Holiday gifts for star gazing dads
Astronomy and star-gazing has always been a great dad and child experience. Nothing beats lying on the grass on a warm August evening staring up in the sky and conveying the majesty and mystery of the heavens to a small child. This is a completely free activity, there are also plenty of accessories around if you're so inclined. Here are a few of our favorites this year: 1. … [Read more...] about Holiday gifts for star gazing dads