Grouchiness: the genetical theorem

I wanted to react briefly to Matt’s contribution to this week’s Tantrum on yelling in front of children. Matt claims that he remembers only a single instance of serious argument between his parents when he was young, and that his memory  only comes to him, as if in a dream. This provokes several responses from …

Parenting Fail

From the world-famous folks over at Oddee.com, I give you the 15 Worst Parenting Fails (list does not include Moses). I’m a particular fan of the baby in the microwave. Please do not do any of these things, but feel free to laugh at them.

The Tantrum: Is Yelling in Front of the Kids Okay?

I came across a poll in Parenting magazine the other day, which asked the question: Is it okay for couples to fight in front of their kids? Not surprisingly, 82 percent of the liars parents thought it wasn’t. And it probably isn’t. But does that mean it isn’t going to happen? Likely not. Granted, while …

Hepcats on Sesame Street

This little bit from Comedy.com is rather old (it’s from April), but it’s new to me and pretty funny. It’s a compilation video of all the actors who have appeared on Sesame Street, in their opinion, while under the influence. This one from Robin Williams (“blow, baby, blow!”) is my personal favorite.