Articles written by W Thomas Payne in Parenting & Pregnancy

About me - W Thomas Payne

Freelance writer, photographer, and general handyman with words, I roam the back roads of America looking for the slightly different, the bizarre, and the fun that can be found in those 'off the highway' locales.

Over the last 25 years, I have been a landlord

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Adolescence Does competition help or hurt young people?: 49 of 65
I wonder in which non-Darwinian universe resides those who say we should not teach our young people about competition, by example through their educational environment. Competition is a fact of life, not just human society, but life in general. Competition is not the problem, the problem is acceptance as adequate performance... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > After School A parent's guide to playground safety: 11 of 11
You're spending a sunny summer day in the park with your children, and make a stop at the playground so the kids can burn off some energy, and you can watch them playing in a safe environment. But is it safe at the playground? Check the environment yourself, and don't trust that just because it is a public place for children... More..