BeachPerson asked:


I have a newish East German baby grand that I inherited and don’t love and a 1965 Baldwin Acrosonic that needs restoration and has a small gouge in the cabinet, but that I have loved for years. I am debating whether I should sell the grand and restore the spinet, or sell both and buy a new acoustic or a new digital piano. I have two young boys that I would like to introduce to the piano, and I like to play and sing to entertain myself, family and friends. Any advice?

mommy_2_little_man asked:


I play peek a boo, read to him, play with him with while playing with toys, etc but I would like some new suggestions. I want to stimulate his brain a bit.

MMM asked:


I am lucky enough to run my husband’s successful business as office manager from home while watching my very bright and precocious almost-walking 11 month old son. So far, everything’s been rosy and he seems ahead of the pack developmentally. However, I worry about him getting bored now when I’m working on the computer or on a business call. He is self-soothing and plays well by himself with no whining. He socializes well with other children on play dates and at the local playground. I just need some neat ideas about new things I can expose him to inside the house–things I can play at with him and things he can work on by himself. He’s not ready to draw yet, however–I tried crayons and he still wants to eat them! I am also an older and educated Mom and he’s my first child. We have tons of toys for him–I’m really looking for some more creative solutions for those periods I need to be at my desk. Hope you can help!
Someone objected, so–the father of my son is not my husband–yet. He is my fiance and we have been together for more than 5 years. We’re getting married next year. I’ll admit, sometimes I say “husband” because it’s easier and it’s what the world expects–we have 2 other children (my stepsons) who call me Mom and I handle all of their school stuff. My fiance and I feel and operate as though we are married–we are just both previously divorced and haven’t felt pressured to marry quickly–though having a child together and me having a different last name has become increasingly difficult. I apologize if my slip offended anyone. It was not intended to.

xoxo asked:


Also, if you know of any websites for ideas or other helpful babysitting tips, put those up too! Thanks!

Shaz asked:


My 5yr old will be on holiday next week and I desperately need some ideas on entertaining her and my 18mth old son together. Because of their age difference my daughter cannot always do what she wants to do (eg: painting) as her bro constantly interrupts her and messes her work. This gets her very annoyed and we land up having to pack away which leads to tantrums and tears. I am home alone with the kids and we do not have transport to get to play centres/parks. It’s too cold to let them play outside so we’re stuck indoors! HELP!!!

Toni asked:


I love having people over and entertaining. I am always up for some new ideas.

llenahS asked:


I have kids 6, 2, and 11 months. Although there is tons of work to do in the home, I feel like the majority of the time is spent doing for them (dressing them, changing diapers, feeding and entertaining). I get frustrated trying to find activities that will include all 3, because usually it doesn’t work. I don’t want to become uncaring and just turn them over to the tv, video games, and computer, but it seems like they are happier doing that stuff. When I’m trying to do fun things and play with them , they seem so unappreciative… how can I enjoy them more and not feel so obligated to be this “supermom”? I’m blessed to have them and to be able to stay home, but some days I just want to scream (today being one of those days). I’d rather be cleaning the toilet than listening to the complaints and nonsense…..

Bells asked:


I am home on a rainy Saturday day. I just hung out with my friends yesterday and i want to have a day of from them. My mom is sleeping so I can’t make alot of noise and my sister is reading a book. I’m bored out of my mind and i need something to do. There is noting on tv and no movies to watch. What should I do to entertain myself.

sylvester m asked:


Neither?

sleeplessathome asked:


I give my children lots of love and attention. I try to work while they sleep or nap. Sometimes, like today, I have to get some work done and don’t really want them to be watching TV all day. What are some things you do for your children to keep busy that require little supervision?