Being a tech blogger has made me the default tech support for my family. Especially for my mother. While she’s pretty savvy, all things considered, she still asks me some pretty funny questions.
Thank God for Moms on Facebook
Posted in: Today's ChiliWe’ve all heard people long for Facebook’s lawless pre-parent days. Back then, it was anything goes—a land filled with photos of keg stands without consequence and all the cussing you could muster. Those people are wrong. Facebook is better with moms.
I’m at my parents’ house for the weekend. Loosely translated, I’m doing some minor tech support for the next few days. My mother just implored: Siri now hates me. Can you help me? Sure, mom.
Moms are at the absolute best. They brought you into the world, they raised you, they loved you, they took care of you, they Mom’d you. In fact, what they’re not the best at is a very short list. Actually, it’s just one thing: Computers. No matter how easy it is to use a computer, Moms will always find a way to freeze the screen and/or forward cute e-mails.
Every Parent Who Gives Their Kid an iPhone Should Make Their Kid Follow These 18 Rules
Posted in: Today's Chili If your mom and dad bought you an iPhone for Christmas or if you’re a mom or dad who gifted an iPhone to your kid, you should make your kid follow the rules of Janell Hofmann. Hofmann bought an iPhone for her 13-year-old son Greg and gave him 18 rules to follow. More »
She birthed you. She nurtured you. She took way too many pictures of you before prom. The very least you can do for the original special lady in your life is get her a decent holiday gift. Put down the Keurig, son. Try these instead. More »