We were at a large party last night. Adults and kids were all there. The hosts had a couple of bouncy type things in the yard. Kids were playing on that while the adults hung out a tables in the backyard. There were a few teens who were near the bouncy stuff so we felt fine about our 9 yr. old son playing with his friends. When we decided to leave and find him, his lip was bleeding and his shirt was filthy. Turns out a slightly older kid started hit and kicked him to the ground. (Our son cut in line)We were furious but couldn’t talk to the parents because they already left the party. How do we deal with this situation now? Our son doesn’t want us to call but I feel like they should know what their son did!

I always have the kids sit down to homework in the kitchen a full hour before dinner. They do their homework while I prepare the meal. I keep letting them know how long is left until dinner is ready and that pretty much keeps them on track. Really simple but effective.

Cold weather calls for stews....plus, one one pot to wash! Just pick your protein and veg, add herbs, water, and tomato sauce / stock / wine and you're golden.

Such a tough one! I'd be so afraid of the whole freezing / thawing thing, I don't think I would risk it. I think I would just go for the pump and dump method (plus, you'll be after to enjoy a glass of wine after work!)