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Kickboarding

Between the car, skateboard, bicycle, rollerblades, and our own two feet; transportation has made a new discovery. Kick boarding was introduced a few years ago as a new form of transportation. It is a mix between a scooter and a skateboard, and another way for individuals to get around without the use of walking. One company, K2, known for their rollerblades of aggressive inline, developed a flexible deck board made of aluminum, carbon, and wood. There are three wheels, a kick brake (like a bicycle), and handle bars to help the rider steer where they need to go. Similar to … Continue reading →

On the Go: Riding, Sailing, and Soaring

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The Baby Einstein Company is well-known by parents and children everywhere as the company that makes learning fun. Another one of their DVDs comes under such a category. “On the Go: Riding, Sailing, and Soaring” teaches your child all about the different modes of transportation. Land, air, and water transportation are all covered in this fun musical guide. Land Of course, the obligatory vehicle for land is a car. This video features cars in all kinds of ways, such as cars going down a highway, a child in a play car, and a toy car on a track. Buses are … Continue reading →

ADHD and the Maddening Missing Meds

Yesterday was very rough. Over the weekend, my stepdaughters ran out of their Adderall, a medication that they take for ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). It was my fault; they returned from spring break with their mother and I had miscalculated how many pills were left. I tried contacting the after-hours clinic to see if I could get a prescription written during the weekend, but my calls were not returned. It meant that both girls would attend school on Monday without the Adderall. I figured, one day… they can handle it. Sigh. It was a very bad day. Cassidy Without Meds … Continue reading →