| Dog makes loving companion for senior Typically, we hear all about a boy and his dog: Timmy and Lassie; Charlie Brown and Snoopy; Nixon and Checkers. pantagraph.com |
Even online, mother knows best Though every generation has its own parenting experts, one has always remained constant in the eyes of mothers: another mother. pantagraph.com |
Raising an only child comes with unique set of parental fears Shereen Peterson worries about her son. There are the usual worries, sure. Sugar, sleep, tantrums, germs. But the big one — the nagging worry that has latched on to her psyche with all the strength and perseverance of a toddler — is his solitude. pantagraph.com |
The checkup: Children keep close contact as their parents get older DULUTH, Minn. -- As parents age, especially into their 80s and 90s, their adult children often worry about their well-being. Allowing parents to remain independent and making sure they’re OK can require a delicate balance: How do you make sure your parents are safe and happy without intruding into their lives? pantagraph.com |
108 super uses for your (not so) ordinary household objects Some ordinary, unassuming household objects have hidden superpowers. And most of these items cost less than a couple of bucks. There are cult followings of vinegar and duct tape. Entire tomes have been written about the virtues of baking soda. pantagraph.com |