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Awhile back, New York Times writer Paul Clarke said he thought it is good to drink around your kids as a parenting tactic because it teaches them moderation. Of course, Mr. Clarke is the Times’ alcohol beat writer, so I’m guessing he’s bound to come down on the “pro-drinking” side of many an argument. Me, I’m not so sure.
Last weekend, my wife and I, along with our 7-year-old and 5-and-a-half-year-old, attended the 25th anniversary gala for the Young People’s Teen Musical Theatre Company, as well as the cast party afterwards. The Company, as members and alumni call it, is an amazing organization that, for a quarter of a century now, has offered teens from all backgrounds free professional-quality training. Company members have gone on to be successful actors, singers, and musicians in Hollywood, on Broadway, and elsewhere.
This was a very important event for both of us and we really wanted our kids to be a part of it. But a 3-hour show followed by a late-night party is a challenge for young kids. Our kids did very well, all things considered, but there were a number of things we could have done to make it go even smoother. If you have plans for New Year’s Eve, or any other eve, for that matter, you might be able to learn from our experience.
Part of being a parent is attending a LOT of kiddie birthday parties. And when I tell you things have changed, I don’t just mean the size of the affairs.
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