There has been so much that has happened this decade, it’s astounding.  With all the new technology and other advancements we’ve come a long way.  Everything down to the way we communicate has changed, and it looks as if this upcoming decade will be bringing more of the same (and more).

For those out there who may not enjoy technology, this isn’t exactly the best news ever, for the rest – it’s downright exciting.

Many trends have come and gone (and in the case of some, come back again) and all the things that have happened just since 1999.  Parenting itself has changed as well, even more in the last two years alone.  Parents are spending a lot more time with their children, and families are actually becoming closer. 

There was a concern with the new forms of communication, but it seems that indeed families are growing together with more communication options.  Even with the divorce rate what it is, which is surprising.

We at tykecoons would like to with you a happy and healthy New Year.  So, enjoy the togetherness and each other!

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It seems like the only news is bad news lately when it comes to anything out of Hollywood.  Supermodel Heidi Klum however shows that star power can bring a little joy to her lucky kids as well.  She was snapped recently during an ice skating session with her children in Aspen. 

While there is still a lot of negative news in the press about the certain superstar parents, it’s nice and refreshing to see some stars just being happy with their families. 

Yet, should the public at large even be privy to these private family moments?

It’s far to easy to find out a bit about anything about any celebrity (and their kids for that matter). 

While the famous parent may have signed up for life in the public eye, their children didn’t.

Some studies that have been done have even shown that having a famous parent can impact a child for the negative.  Especially if that parent and child compete for the spotlight.

An article from the FoxNews website really hits the topic spot on when it says:

And there can be issues whether the child becomes more or less successful than the famous parent, said Beverly Hills-based Dr. Carole Lieberman, who counsels a number of children of the rich and famous. She said celebrity parents can sabotage their offspring, consciously or not.

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Even with the holiday season almost over, and bringing 2009 with it- there still seems to be so much to do. With this new year just days away, maybe it could be a great time to think of getting a new outlook.

While New Years usually is a time of resolution, not many people tend to keep them up.  Normally most people quit after a couple weeks, and nearly all quit by the time the June is here. 

Trying to keep up your resolution may seem difficult after a while- but depending on what your is just work it into your daily routine.  There are studies that do suggest that doing something everyday for a month may actually help assure it is part of your daily routine.

If it is at all possible, try working your daily routine around your resolution.  Starting in small bits and pieces can help, slowly working up to something more.  Say if you resolution is to lose weight, start with some jumping jacks or some yoga- just something small.  Then slowly raise the intensity and stick with it. 

Making a ‘routine’ chart may also help.  Writing down on a large piece of paper or poster board your goals and tacking it to a visible wall can also sometimes make a difference.

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Some people will do anything for fame, and some of those stunts can land you in jail.  Balloon Boy’s parents now, while facing down a steep fine, and with his father spending a 90 days in jail, hopefully understand why creating a hoax to be famous isn’t the best idea.

The whole stunt that had many glued to their screen and then outraged at finding out about the scam was just to be famous.  While they did technically get their wish, the stunt cost them a show and now some money and freedom.

Another part of the same sentence?  They aren’t allowed to exploit the story, or their children (at least, for four years).

Richard Heene was sentenced to 90 days in jail, Mayumi 20 days. Furthermore, according to the report, the couple were "given strict probation conditions that forbid them from earning any money from the spectacle for four years."

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While many are understandably still thinking that the penalty isn’t stiff enough, and that they may not have actually learned any lessons. Hopefully this will prevent others from staging their own hoaxes when chasing fame pointlessly.

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Norton, the computer security software giant, released to the public a list of search terms by age group.  What the kids are searching for is something parents need to both question and assure that their own children aren’t searching for anything similar.

While many aren’t anything that should cause concern things like youtube and myspace, among the result are some decidedly ‘adult’ terms.  Below is the top ten (by age-group), and the list continues past that.

This is quite alarming, even if you aren’t an alarmist. 

Is there cause for concern?  While very few will argue that kids shouldn’t know about this kind of thing, many also argue that parents need to do more to protect their children- especially online.  Keeping the home computer in a public place,and limiting access to more mobile devices could help. 

While with the older set, and all school aged kids need access to computers, keep it within the parents view can help curb any inappropriate searches.

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