Parenting Roundabout

Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's  Lost . In this episode, we get yet another reminder that Locke's pre-island life was a real bummer, in case we forgot. And his comfortable island life in the hatch is upended too.  Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 2, episode 18, "Dave." Tomorrow, we'll continue our discussion of a newer show,  Running Point ....

Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find  is  Menopause Makes: Empowering Sewing Projects to Relax Your Mind, Cool Your Body, and Ignite Your Creativity . It's a book that hops on a trend and gives it a twist. But we're not sure if it's going to have the intended effect. ​ Terri's random recommendation  this week is two comedians that the Facebook...

Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's  Running Point . The episodes certainly follow a pattern, but they are enjoyable and make us laugh. And after this one, we're ready to hire Marcus as a parenting coach. Next Wednesday, we'll watch season 1, episode 4, "Doljanchi." We'll be back tomorrow with our weekly roundup.

Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's  Lost . In this episode, surprise! We're going to need another cradle. Also surprise (not really): Henry Gale isn't who he says he is. Mentioned: The " Got any milk? " scene and  My Girl Barks  on X. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 2, episode 17, "Lockdown." Tomorrow, we'll continue our discussion of a newer s...

Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find  is a cute kids' game that can be played solo or collaboratively. It's called  Cat Crimes  and seems like a twist on Clue for young players (there's no murder!). ​ Terri's random recommendation  this week is Facebook groups for any ailments or fancy medications you might be taking. It's a techie upgrade on...

Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and currently, that's  Running Point . So far, the show has ups and downs (like a sports team does!), but there's a lot to like—especially the performances of Kate Hudson as the lead and Brenda Song as her best friend. Mentioned: Song and her partner,  fellow child star Macaulay Culkin . Next Wednesday, we'll watch season 1,...

Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's  Lost . This episode showed that the women of the island are just as inclined as the men to run off on a dangerous errand in the jungle (well, Kate will join in no matter who's going). Also, we missed Sawyer's baby-whispering skills. Mentioned:  George Clooney in the storm sewer  on  ER . Next Tuesday, we'll continue w...

Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find  is a cool service called  LibriVox  that offers free public domain audiobooks, read by volunteers. Terri may have found her next volunteer job, as a "prooflistener."   ​ Terri's random recommendation  this week is mahjong solitaire, which she plays on the  Mahjong Titan+ app  and on the  AARP website . In...

Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and now that we've finished season 1 of A Man on the Inside, we're moving on to Running Point , a new Netflix comedy starring Kate Hudson. While this pilot episode was pretty pilot-y, it was also a lot of fun, and we're looking forward to seeing what comes next. Mentioned: The harrowing  ER  episode " Love's Labor Lost " (19...

Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's  Lost . This was another tough episode, which gave us even more (unwanted) details about Sayid's career as a torturer. Plus, another new character appears on this allegedly deserted island. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 2, episode 15, "Maternity Leave." Tomorrow, we're kicking off a new watch,  Running Point...

Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find  is perfect for the cat-lover in your life:  A History of Art in 21 Cats  by Nia Gould. We also suggest visiting the author's site for more cat goodies and the cutest cursor we've seen on the World Wide Web. ​ Terri's random recommendation  this week is also a book: Kelly Bishop's memoir,  The Third Gilmore...

Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property, and we've now finished up with  A Man on the Inside . While we enjoyed the actors' performances and the gentle humor, we do feel a bit duped by the promise that this was a mystery show; the case was closed within the first few minutes of the finale. Still, we'll probably be back for season 2. Mentioned:  Monica's closet on ...

Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's  Lost . This week's episode was another round of "Sawyer is hateful because he wants to be hated" (as diagnosed by Kate), with a side of "lonely people can easily break bad" (we hope no one finds out how Charlie was involved in Sawyer's con). Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 2, episode 14, "One of Them." Tomorr...

Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find  is a slim, slightly twee French novel,  The Girl Who Reads on the Métro  by Christine Feret-Fleury. She doesn't give it a full-throated endorsement, but if you'd like to vicariously visit Paris and you love books, you might enjoy this. (And if you'd like to help us define the words "quirky" and "zany," lea...

Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property. Right now, we're watching  A Man on the Inside . While this week's episode did return to the mystery ostensibly at the heart of the show (and end on a cliffhanger, of course), it was still mostly about the melancholies of aging, with a hefty side of parent-child conflict. Cheery! Next Wednesday, we'll watch the season 1 fina...

Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's  Lost . This week's episode was nearly unrelentingly sad for the lead character, Charlie. A brief Hurley/Libby frustration was the only relief from the nightmares and flashbacks to nightmarish real-life events. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 2, episode 13, "The Long Con." Tomorrow, we're back with our sitcom,...

Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find  is a picture book called  I Worked Hard on That!   by Robyn Wall with pictures by A.N. Kang. It stars a cute (really!) spider whose web-weaving efforts are frequently thwarted. We also recommend a scroll down Wall's  list of other titles , including  My First Book of Beards , "a super-stylish board book fo...

Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property. Right now, we're watching  A Man on the Inside . Last week, we complained that the mystery (the alleged driver of the plot) had been forgotten and been replaced by a melancholy look at aging. This week, things got even sadder as one of Charles's friends died. However, at least we got some Charles-Emily scenes, even if they w...

Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's  Lost . In case you've forgotten, this episode would like to inform you once again that Jack has a savior complex. But he's also realized that he needs an army to take on The Others, so that's next on his to-do list. Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 2, episode 12, "Fire + Water." Tomorrow, we're back with our s...

Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find  is  Toto , by A.J. Hackwith , which is a look at the Wizard of Oz story from the perspective of Toto the dog. He tells us, "I was mostly a Good Dog until they sold me out to animal control, okay?" which sounds like a take we'd like to hear. ​ Terri's random recommendation  this week is a filmed version of...

Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property. Right now, we're watching  A Man on the Inside . This episode strayed rather far from the spy premise of the show, and we're wondering when it'll find its way back. And when we'll see Emily and her kids again. Come on! Put those kids on the phone, at least! Next Wednesday, we'll continue with season 1, episode 6, "Our Man in...

Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's  Lost . This week, it's Mr. Eko's turn for flashbacks telling his complicated and violent backstory, while he and Charlie search the jungle for the wreckage of the Beechcraft plane. The Smoke Monster returns and so do the computer messages from Walt (or someone claiming to be Walt). Next Tuesday, we'll continue with se...

Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week. Catherine's library find  is from the Scatological Department of the children's section (not a real thing, but why isn't it?). It's  The Great Poop Contest  by Rafael Ordonez. Mentioned:  Grumpy Bird   by Jeremy Tankard. ​ Terri's random recommendation  this week is  rosary rings , which are useful in the dentist's chair, the passe...

Every Wednesday, we share our thoughts on a newer entertainment property. Right now, we're watching  A Man on the Inside . In this episode, we missed seeing or hearing from Emily and her family, and we felt sorry for Charles as he made friends and then realized he'd need to betray them to do his job. But there were still a few of the hijinks we've come to expect. Next Wednesday, we'll continue wit...

Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's  Lost . While we've already had many a hint as to what Kate did, this week's episode breaks it all down for us, entering Kate into the Bad Parent sweepstakes with entries from her mom, dad, and stepfather. On the island, things get weirder in the hatch as Michael gets a message from his son, who's possibly grabbing som...