To my 5 year old daughter one's age is a direct reflection of their status. Height helps but age is key. In her camp group she knew everyone's age to the 1/2 or 3/4 year but could only identify one or two of the group by name. This weekend I had some insight into exactly why this is so important in her world. We were lucky enough to be invited up for a few days to a friend's cottage in advance of my son staying with them for the week. The group of kids consisted of my 9 year... More »

While my husband and I were on vacation in England and staying with my "little" sis and her hubby we attended a party at their place. Also in attendance was baby Cassandra. The first born to Keith and Angela she is a sweet and smiley little beauty who normally relaxes and zonks straight into sleep. Not so on the night we met. On this particular evening Cassie was up for a party. However, truth be told, the kid needed some sleep. By the time she would normally be sleeping she was putting up a bit of a fuss and... More »