I’ve been thinking about writing this post for awhile now, but for a couple of different reasons have been putting it off. Firstly, I’m always hesitant to say anything bad about Russia in writing, unless maybe if I’m talking about Rocky IV and how much I wanted to see Ivan Drago get beat. And secondly,Continue reading “Help! My Son is Addicted to Vlad and Niki”
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Is PAW Patrol The Best Show on Nick Jr?
Marshall, Chase, Rubble, Rocky, Zuma, Sky…..Marshall, Chase, Rubble, Rocky, Zuma, Sky….After watching hundreds of episodes of Paw Patrol, I sometimes find myself saying those names in my sleep. I’ve known about PAW Patrol since it started 8 years ago from nieces and a nephew, but I’ll admit I wasn’t really paying attention when they’d watchContinue reading “Is PAW Patrol The Best Show on Nick Jr?”
Quick, Easy, and FANCY Home Cooked Meal for The Working Parent
If you’re like me, you probably aren’t a world class chef. If you are, feel free to move on to the next article because this one is for the Average Joe’s in the kitchen. Cooking dinner is not that hard of a task believe it or not. Is it easy to ruin a meal? Yes,Continue reading “Quick, Easy, and FANCY Home Cooked Meal for The Working Parent”
Can Your Child Learn Something From Blaze and the Monster Machines
If you have a toddler who is into cars and trucks, you’ve probably come across Blaze and The Monster Machines on Nickelodeon. At the beginning of the show it says watching Blaze can help kids learn math, engineering, and science. (As a side note, Nick Jr. does a similar thing for all their shows, notContinue reading “Can Your Child Learn Something From Blaze and the Monster Machines”
Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Review by A Parent For A Parent
If you were like me when you were a kid, you were probably a fan of Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood. There was something cool about an old guy in a sweater giving out life lessons and talking to puppets. Unfortunately, Mr. Rogers died, and PBS figured today’s kids would rather watch a cartoon tiger rather thanContinue reading “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Review by A Parent For A Parent”
6 Hacks For The Airport and Airplane with a Toddler
When I used to travel for work, I would find it so relaxing. Grab some food at a place that looked good in the airport, board the airplane with my carry-on bag, and climb into my window seat, pop in my headphones, and fall asleep for most of the flight. My only concern was ifContinue reading “6 Hacks For The Airport and Airplane with a Toddler”
Cocomelon vs. ChuChu TV: The Workin’ Parent Review
If you have a toddler and haven’t heard of either Cocomelon or ChuChu TV, I think it’s safe to say you don’t live on planet Earth. If you have, then you should spend the next couple minutes reading what I’m about to say very carefully. Both Cocomelon and ChuChu TV are extremely popular, with millionsContinue reading “Cocomelon vs. ChuChu TV: The Workin’ Parent Review”
What To Do When A Recruiter Messages You On LinkedIn
If you have a LinkedIn profile, you’ve probably seen a message or two from a random recruiter. If you’re happily employed, you most likely ignore it and go on with your day without thinking about it. But if you’re looking for a job, or considering leaving your job, you may find an unsolicited message fromContinue reading “What To Do When A Recruiter Messages You On LinkedIn”
How To Go Out To a Restaurant With a Toddler
When you have a child, there’s a lot of things that change. One of those things, is mealtime. Remember the days when you and your significant other went out to eat at a restaurant and sat there for hours just hanging out enjoying the food? Well if you have a young one, that romantic mealContinue reading “How To Go Out To a Restaurant With a Toddler”
How To Job Search While Working Full Time
You’ve heard the phrase, looking for a job is a full-time job, right? I’ve probably said it multiple times in my previous blogs. What happens when you’re working a full-time job and trying to find a new job? Should you quit so you can focus 100% on looking for a new role? Well hold yourContinue reading “How To Job Search While Working Full Time”
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