Boney M is arguably my favorite 70s band, apart from CCR. I grew up influenced by my parents who were big fans. I was told that I used to dance aged 3 to Boney M songs. I can see why as this track encompasses Russia’s Rasputin, a supposedly playboy and mystical healer....
Preparing a Death of a Parent – Your Role as a Child
posted by szelin
This is one of my favorite blogs for years and I can relate to many of her posts. Tihtahpah is a highly recommended blog. I asked her to guest post for me and this is her entry, enjoy reading! – Gallivanter Right now, I’m feeling rather disappointed by a friend who’s just...
Children Learning to Swear Early
posted by Gallivanter
It is unfortunate but it is reality. I’m not sure how I’d handle my own children in the future, as you won’t be able to control external factors from affecting their behavior. I don’t know if kids are learning to swear from watching TV, but I’m guessing it’s...
Should You Spy on Your Children’s Online Activities?
posted by Gallivanter
I think it’s an extremely delicate question to answer. On one hand, you want to monitor to prevent your children from being influenced by negativity, but on the other hand, if you do, you’ll stunt their growth to become adults to face the real world. I help keep an eye on my...
Understanding Sibling Rivalry
posted by Gallivanter
It is only natural that you develop some form of rivalry with your siblings. It’s because of the instinct to win over the hearts of the parents to be the star in the family. I have no problems with my younger brother who is in fact doing much better than me and I’ll always be proud...
Perfectionist Parents
posted by Gallivanter
If you’re a parent, are you indirectly trying to make your child perfect? Do you PUSH them to get A’s, to excel in sports? Do you think your child is happy, or do you think because you’re a parent, you know what’s best for them? Do you set unrealistic targets for them,...
Mixed Marriages – Choosing a Child’s Religion
posted by Gallivanter
All religion preaches goodness, but, interpretations introduce a whole new hoopla. If you’re both from different religions, how do you choose a child’s religion? Do you actually impart religion on them or rather let them grow up without any religious guidance and let them decide on...
Being a Slob
posted by Gallivanter
[ad] I’m a slob who occasionally do some cleaning up. I believe in the rule that if you take stuff and then put it back at the same place, there won’t be any problem. LOL. It’s not that I love mess but I’m OK with it. You know what they say about slobs, they are...
Parents Who Pamper Their Children
posted by Gallivanter
[ad] This question is directed to all parents who read my blog. Is my blog suitable for all ages? How do you nurture the growth of your children? Do you use the discipline and structure route or you provide the warmth and encouragement? Is there a proven method? Are parents in a state of...
Disrespectful Upbringing of Children
posted by Gallivanter
[ad] Who are we to shoot? Obviously not the children, because monkey see monkey do. WTF is wrong with parents these days? There is a fine line between being a kiasu parent and a moron. I’ve seen many children developing the asshole syndrome. When I see their parents, I can see how the...
Taylor Swift – Love Story (Fearless)
posted by Gallivanter
You would surely remember her classic tune, “Teardrops on My Guitar”, which I thought was a brilliant song. This track is taken off her upcoming album, “Fearless”. Taylor Swift’s debut album was on top of the country album charts for a good couple of months! This...
