Comments for http://liparentonline.com/blog Thu, 04 Feb 2010 19:29:54 -0700 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 hourly 1 Comment on Parent Exchange by Debt Consolidation http://liparentonline.com/blog/?page_id=5&cpage=1#comment-368 Debt Consolidation Thu, 04 Feb 2010 19:29:54 +0000 http://liparentonline.com/wordpress/?page_id=5#comment-368 Really enjoyed this! Well done! Really enjoyed this! Well done!

]]> Comment on Parent Exchange by Debra Ferrie http://liparentonline.com/blog/?page_id=5&cpage=1#comment-298 Debra Ferrie Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:36:26 +0000 http://liparentonline.com/wordpress/?page_id=5#comment-298 Hello there Glad I found this site .I LOVE to see positive Moms and Dads who are hands on involved in parenting and really enjoying it. Being a Mom to my 3 is the biggest blessing in my life. Oh, it can be stressful,as I'm single and it's just me and the kids , but I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world. I love Long Island and all the beauty around us. I know most people complain of traffic and costs but it is what it is to live here and be surrounded by amazing towns such as the ones on the two forks, Port Jeff, Northport, Huntington, etc.Yes, it's cold and I'd rather warmer weather where I can be out more but we try to visit as many museums, science centers and the like in this cold weather. It's also a great time to just veg out with the kids, read, have family game night , read some more... Spring will be here before we know it and we can be back on those beautiful beaches and seaside towns we love. Hello there
Glad I found this site .I LOVE to see positive Moms and Dads who are hands on involved in parenting and really enjoying it. Being a Mom to my 3 is the biggest blessing in my life.
Oh, it can be stressful,as I’m single and it’s just me and the kids , but I wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world. I love Long Island and all the beauty around us.
I know most people complain of traffic and costs but it is what it is to live here and be surrounded by amazing towns such as the ones on the two forks, Port Jeff, Northport, Huntington, etc.Yes, it’s cold and I’d rather warmer weather where I can be out more but we try to visit as many museums, science centers and the like in this cold weather. It’s also a great time to just veg out with the kids, read, have family game night , read some more…
Spring will be here before we know it and we can be back on those beautiful beaches and seaside towns we love.

]]> Comment on A New Year’s Message by Debra Ferrie http://liparentonline.com/blog/?p=186&cpage=1#comment-296 Debra Ferrie Tue, 05 Jan 2010 18:44:55 +0000 http://liparentonline.com/blog/?p=186#comment-296 Great article Liza! Your resolution recommendation is spot on! I recently blogged about modern life myself. I do LOVE technology like computers, cell phones and of course, the DVD player in the car for long trips, however, I am a bit "old -school" at times too, and make sure my children and I have plenty of unplugged time. Whether that be sharing stories while sipping hot cocoa near the fire, late night cuddle sessions in my bed playing 20 questions, or just days walking the beach or trails with NO cell phones, music or DS players. We really enjoy each other, enjoy nature and love the quiet and good times a family shares. It's sad when I hear of families that get most of their communicating in by texts or eat dinner with the TV on. Nothing like a good old fashioned sit down dinner, talking about the day and a night playing games or reading together. Here's to a New Year of something old, something new, and lots of family time too! Great article Liza! Your resolution recommendation is spot on!

I recently blogged about modern life myself. I do LOVE technology like computers, cell phones and of course, the DVD player in the car for long trips, however, I am a bit “old -school” at times too, and make sure my children and I have plenty of unplugged time. Whether that be sharing stories while sipping hot cocoa near the fire, late night cuddle sessions in my bed playing 20 questions, or just days walking the beach or trails with NO cell phones, music or DS players.
We really enjoy each other, enjoy nature and love the quiet and good times a family shares. It’s sad when I hear of families that get most of their communicating in by texts or eat dinner with the TV on. Nothing like a good old fashioned sit down dinner, talking about the day and a night playing games or reading together.
Here’s to a New Year of something old, something new, and lots of family time too!

]]> Comment on The Disappointment of Summer Vacation by Car Insurance Guy http://liparentonline.com/blog/?p=94&cpage=1#comment-133 Car Insurance Guy Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:25:11 +0000 http://liparentonline.com/blog/?p=94#comment-133 Ah!!! at last I found what I was looking for. Somtimes it takes so much effort to find even tiny useful piece of information. Nice post. Thanks Ah!!! at last I found what I was looking for. Somtimes it takes so much effort to find even tiny useful piece of information.
Nice post. Thanks

]]> Comment on Halloween Costume Problems by Tanya http://liparentonline.com/blog/?p=154&cpage=1#comment-89 Tanya Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:40:03 +0000 http://liparentonline.com/blog/?p=154#comment-89 I've run into those same problems. My daughter no longer wants to be a princess, and when I went to the Halloween store I found those same inappropriate costumes! My nine year old princess wanted to be a SEDUTIVE BUMBLE BEE (is there even such a thing?)! It was either that or a "Gangster Girl"! After stopping at 4 different Halloween stores, we settled on the bumble bee... I will be adding leggings and LAYERS! I’ve run into those same problems. My daughter no longer wants to be a princess, and when I went to the Halloween store I found those same inappropriate costumes! My nine year old princess wanted to be a SEDUTIVE BUMBLE BEE (is there even such a thing?)! It was either that or a “Gangster Girl”! After stopping at 4 different Halloween stores, we settled on the bumble bee… I will be adding leggings and LAYERS!

]]> Comment on Parent Exchange by Michael Casano http://liparentonline.com/blog/?page_id=5&cpage=1#comment-50 Michael Casano Wed, 30 Sep 2009 03:44:17 +0000 http://liparentonline.com/wordpress/?page_id=5#comment-50 Recently, I took my son to a New York Mets game at Citi Field. We've gone to about five games this year, each time more memorable than the previous one - simply because of the enthusiasm my son shows when we go. While our favorite team is not doing well this year, my son's genuine love of rooting for the Mets always brings a smile to my face and the people we're sitting next to - easily helping us all forget about the team's current place in the standings. It makes the experience of going to a game with him always special, and lets me remember why I am such a fan of baseball in the first place. A question for you dads out there: what are some favorite moments you've shared with your son and/or daughter at a sports event (either rooting together for your favorite team, or cheering your children on at their own games)? Recently, I took my son to a New York Mets game at Citi Field. We’ve gone to about five games this year, each time more memorable than the previous one – simply because of the enthusiasm my son shows when we go.

While our favorite team is not doing well this year, my son’s genuine love of rooting for the Mets always brings a smile to my face and the people we’re sitting next to – easily helping us all forget about the team’s current place in the standings. It makes the experience of going to a game with him always special, and lets me remember why I am such a fan of baseball in the first place.

A question for you dads out there: what are some favorite moments you’ve shared with your son and/or daughter at a sports event (either rooting together for your favorite team, or cheering your children on at their own games)?

]]> Comment on The Disappointment of Summer Vacation by Debra http://liparentonline.com/blog/?p=94&cpage=1#comment-38 Debra Mon, 14 Sep 2009 01:31:42 +0000 http://liparentonline.com/blog/?p=94#comment-38 Your article really hit the nail on the head for me. At the end of school , my 8 and 6 year old's were so excited and OVER stimulated. Then summer started with a bang..a 4 day trip. When we came home, they were restless, bored, but not really, anxious , but not really, moody,happy, sad, etc...They took a few days to get into the swing of summer. Now that school has started, we went through another 4 day period of adjustment BACK to the routine..some moodiness, crying, restlessness, etc... Poor kids. It's good to know that others go through the same thing though, at any age. Your article really hit the nail on the head for me. At the end of school , my 8 and 6 year old’s were so excited and OVER stimulated.
Then summer started with a bang..a 4 day trip. When we came home, they were restless, bored, but not really, anxious , but not really, moody,happy, sad, etc…They took a few days to get into the swing of summer.

Now that school has started, we went through another 4 day period of adjustment BACK to the routine..some moodiness, crying, restlessness, etc… Poor kids.

It’s good to know that others go through the same thing though, at any age.

]]> Comment on Parent Exchange by Liza N. Burby http://liparentonline.com/blog/?page_id=5&cpage=1#comment-37 Liza N. Burby Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:02:34 +0000 http://liparentonline.com/wordpress/?page_id=5#comment-37 Sharon-- So sorry we didn't get back to you. This must have been lost in Webland. Anyway, unfortunately though you and I may have made $2.50 an hour back in the day, if you have a responsible teen sitter, you can pay up to $10 an hour. An inexperienced 13-year-old will probably be happy with $7. But if you find someone you like, hold on to her with the $10 because all too soon they're too busy to sit unless the fee is worth it. Liza Burby Publisher/Editor Sharon–

So sorry we didn’t get back to you. This must have been lost in Webland. Anyway, unfortunately though you and I may have made $2.50 an hour back in the day, if you have a responsible teen sitter, you can pay up to $10 an hour. An inexperienced 13-year-old will probably be happy with $7. But if you find someone you like, hold on to her with the $10 because all too soon they’re too busy to sit unless the fee is worth it.

Liza Burby
Publisher/Editor

]]> Comment on Parent Exchange by Liza N. Burby http://liparentonline.com/blog/?page_id=5&cpage=1#comment-36 Liza N. Burby Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:54:49 +0000 http://liparentonline.com/wordpress/?page_id=5#comment-36 Dear LaToya, If you're looking for a Nanny you can try both Nannys USA at 631-473-5141 (and say you heard about them through Long Island Parent magazine) and/or the Nassau Child Care Council at 516-358-9288. They're an excellent resource. As for following the bus, it's up to you totally what makes you feel comfortable. I know I drove by my daughter's school on her first day (after wearing sunglasses--though it was cloudy--to hide my tears). Your son will be fine; it's always hardest for Mom. Liza Burby Publisher/Editor Dear LaToya,
If you’re looking for a Nanny you can try both Nannys USA at 631-473-5141 (and say you heard about them through Long Island Parent magazine) and/or the Nassau Child Care Council at 516-358-9288. They’re an excellent resource. As for following the bus, it’s up to you totally what makes you feel comfortable. I know I drove by my daughter’s school on her first day (after wearing sunglasses–though it was cloudy–to hide my tears). Your son will be fine; it’s always hardest for Mom.
Liza Burby
Publisher/Editor

]]> Comment on Parent Exchange by LaToya Naughton http://liparentonline.com/blog/?page_id=5&cpage=1#comment-35 LaToya Naughton Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:15:07 +0000 http://liparentonline.com/wordpress/?page_id=5#comment-35 Hello Fellow Parents, I have two concerns both combined in one. I am a new to Long Island (Massapequa) and I have managed to get my son in a Charter School in Roosevelt. Thankfully he will be bused to and from school however I work in Manhattan so I am in search of a part-time nanny. One that could be there to watch my son until I get home. Do any of the working moms have recommendations for credible nannies? Also - it's my son's first time riding the bus, new school, and entering Kindergarten. Do you recommend that I follow the bus on the first day? Hello Fellow Parents,

I have two concerns both combined in one. I am a new to Long Island (Massapequa) and I have managed to get my son in a Charter School in Roosevelt. Thankfully he will be bused to and from school however I work in Manhattan so I am in search of a part-time nanny. One that could be there to watch my son until I get home. Do any of the working moms have recommendations for credible nannies?

Also – it’s my son’s first time riding the bus, new school, and entering Kindergarten. Do you recommend that I follow the bus on the first day?

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