Researchers at MIT developed a “wearable” book that lets you experience the emotions of the characters as you read. Readers wear a special vest equipped with sensors, temperature pads, ambient lighting, and a sound and vibration system that adjusts to fit the mood of each passage. For example, the vest compresses against your stomach and [Read More]
In years past, Super Bowl viewers were on the bench, watching the action from sports bars and recliners. Conversation was limited to the living room parties or maybe the water cooler at work the following day. The reality is the way we participate in Super Bowl Sunday has changed. Ten years ago, Janet Jackson’s infamous wardrobe malfunction became [Read More]
Believe it or not, Valentines Day is just around the corner – and to us, that’s an excuse to head over to Pinterest to browse drool-worthy chocolate recipes and heart-shaped ideas. Here are some of our favorite pins to sweeten your Valentines Day:
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The past hour I’ve been trying to (mindfully, of course!) make dinner, go through the mail, empty the lunch boxes, organize the things I bought at CVS…and I’ve got nothing done. I’ve been busy playing a game of Ping-Pong. No, I haven’t been hanging out in my garage with a beer and a small paddle in hand. Rather, [Read More]
“I loved the Berenstain Bears when I was a kid, too.” I told my five year-old daughter the other day as we sat watching the animated show together.
“Was it your favorite show?” she asked me.
“Actually, there wasn’t a show when I was little – they were only books.” I told her.
“Really?” she responded incredulously.
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The first Monday after the holiday break is always hard. Going back to work, school, your routine, carpooling, and doing all that laundry you’ve let accumulate while you spent a few days in pajamas really isn’t a fun start to the New Year. There is no smooth way to ease into it. You are quickly thrust into the [Read More]
As we begin wrapping up 2013, we look back at the things we can improve upon and would like to do differently in the next year. Here are few helpful tips for creating and reaching those attainable New Year’s resolutions for 2014:
Over dinner, my second grader announced that tomorrow was going to be “Bring a Game to School” day. I recall as a kid enjoying these break-the-norm events in elementary school, especially when it was close to the Holidays, Spring Break, or the end of the year. Likewise, if I were a teacher, I too would want to shake [Read More]
Finally, my family found a game that lets us enjoy each other’s company. The kids love it because it’s an app. My parents love it because they can easily understand the rules. And I love it because it’s one of those games that brings the generations together. Family time for us has always consisted of games [Read More]
We love Kid President’s sweet tribute to moms everywhere, especially number one: Put down your phone, unless your kid is named ‘Phone.’
Posted on 12/9/2013
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