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Are Americans the World’s Worst Parents?

From reading American newspapers, listening to our media, and eavesdropping on mom bookclubs these days, the natural conclusion is that the institution of American parenting is in crisis, under siege, about to shatter into a million razor-sharp fragments.

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Americans Would Trade Sex, Shoes, Caffeine For Cell Phone

Are you one of those people who never puts down their phone? If so, you’re not alone. A new study from TeleNav highlighted America’s addiction to cell-phones, by asking participants what they would give up for the use of their mobile device. Choices: sex, alcohol, chocolate, caffeine, exercise, sex, computer, toothbrush. Here are the results:

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Where Does Halloween Come From?

My very inquisitive six-year-old asked me why people dress up on Halloween. I was stumped. I am usually a reasonably informed mom with a quick story about all the cool things in history that have formed our current day celebrations. But not this time I didnt have any answers!