It wasn’t too long ago that that I sat down on my couch in front of my laptop and wrote a post warning parents about the dangers of a scary new viral trend, The Tide Pod Challenge. I finished writing, closed my laptop and thought to myself, “that’s it, we can’t get any stupider than … Continue reading What Parents Should Know About the Hot Coil Challenge
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Massachusetts Couple Victim of Strange Amazon Scam
In October of 2017, Mike and Kelly Gallivan of Acton, Mass started receiving free mystery packages from Amazon. What started as a fun surprise has turned into something of an annoyance for the couple as these packages have continued to arrive at a rate of one or two a week ever since. My initial reaction, … Continue reading Massachusetts Couple Victim of Strange Amazon Scam
What Parents Should Know About the Tide Pod Challenge
I’m going to be honest- when news about this started slowly making its way into my various social media feeds, I thought it was just a joke. Mostly because I am familiar with the following sketch video from the site College Humor which was created and released in early 2017. (You can view it here) … Continue reading What Parents Should Know About the Tide Pod Challenge
Not Exempt From the Rules: Donald Trump Could Be Banned From Twitter
Our President-Elect is probably best known for his outrageous use of the popular micro-blogging site Twitter and I have certainly shared my annoyance with this on my personal blog. Recent Tweets from Trump might be landed him in hot water with Twitter as his bullying tactics have entered the realm of violating the site's terms … Continue reading Not Exempt From the Rules: Donald Trump Could Be Banned From Twitter
Viral Obituary Encourages All to Ask For Help
An obituary written for 22-year-old Clay Shepard that after his death in 2015 has gone viral. It's a message of love from his family who's message for everyone is that is never wrong to ask for help. The obituary describes Clay's death of drug overdose and tells of his family's love and support during several … Continue reading Viral Obituary Encourages All to Ask For Help
Explaining Tragedy: Talking to Your Kids About Current Events
This is, truthfully, a topic I have been avoiding writing about. I've been asked about it many times and I just haven't been able to bring myself to do it. The events of the past month haven't really changed my mind but have certainly proved that it has to be done. It would seem that … Continue reading Explaining Tragedy: Talking to Your Kids About Current Events
Krispy Kreme Promotes “KKK Wednesday” on Facebook
It's that time of the week! Another fantastic teachable moment born of my one simple philosophy, "TAKE TIME TO THINK!" A Krispy Kreme Donut location in the United Kingdom released a weeklong series of in-store events to bring in business during the midterm break for students. Included in the activities are board-games, face painting and … Continue reading Krispy Kreme Promotes “KKK Wednesday” on Facebook
What Parents Should Know About The Eraser Challenge
The world of the internet never ceases to amaze me and what people, kids especially, are willing to do to achieve their 15 minutes of fame is even more shocking. I received an e-mail from a concerned parent in Connecticut this morning about a new trend in schools called "The Eraser Challenge". Coincidentally, I had … Continue reading What Parents Should Know About The Eraser Challenge
Breaking Down Digital Walls 