Brad Pitt turned paparazzi on his beloved brood for the November issue of W. While the actor, his partner, Angelina Jolie, and their six offspring — Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, Vivienne, and Knox — often find themselves the subject of snapping shutterbugs, this time daddy Brad was behind the lens and calling the shots.
The Jolie-Pitts had Chateau Miraval in the south of France as a breathtaking backdrop and, most likely, state of the art cameras, makeup artists, and lighting technicians, but many moms and pops are able to capture their family's essence on film. Whether the pictures grace the pages of a major magazine or a handmade scrapbook or album doesn't make a difference. Photos are a way for everyone to preserve memories. Who mans the camera in your home?
It seems that almost anything can be done over the Internet. Mothers Madeline Robb and Megan Santos have never met, but since their children were born on the same day, the two became pen pals sharing advice and photos of their tots over email. Madeline noticed a shadow on lil Rowan's eyes in the pictures suggested Megan to take her daughter to get it checked. Her advice likely saved the girl's life.
What's not to like about a spunky lil mouse who dons red cowboy boots and has a feisty attitude? Lilly the Mouse has all that and more.
Author Kevin Henkes tells a charming and educational tale in Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse ($11). So excited that she just can't hide it, the wee varmint shows off her new purse against her teacher's warnings. Admonished for her naughty behavior, Lilly can't handle the punishment, which only gets her into more trouble. Lilly learns how to cope with disappointment the hard way and eventually finds joy in unexpected places.
Having Kate Beckinsale as a mother must be exciting. The tot couldn't be more grateful for all the love and affection mama Kate showers on precious Lily. At the same time, looking up to such a fashionista must be a tad intimidating.
However, Lily stands on her own two feet with her own rad style. On her way home from Cabo, the braided light-skinned beauty wore a frilly yellow tank top, simple black shorts, and a pair of kickin' black and white Vans. She may not be into gowns and massive sunglasses yet (whew), but she knows how to rock what she's got.
There's something about an electrical outlet that just gets the best of an infant's curiosity. As soon as they are able to crawl around, tots want to know what's up with those slots in the walls.
Most parents plug them up with the standard clear outlet covers, while some opt for tape. The folks at Decor Craft Inc. chose to liven up the options with these whimsical animal plug safety covers. Adults can keep their wee ones' fingers safe with a red dog, blue cat, orange sheep, or green elephant.
Here's my question — are they too alluring, to the point of harm where a child may be more inquisitive than usual?
If you want to spark a debate, just gab about America's health and child care systems. While many countries offer new mothers a year of maternity leave, most American women get three months maximum. And in regard to financial benefits, there are few. The child tax credit offers parents a small relief, but for most, it is negligible. In France, however, it's a different story.
Even two of the world's most famous and wealthy movie stars, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, are eligible for relief from the French government. While I can only assume they would reject it, People reports:
They are technically eligible for a "nanny payment" of $975.84 a month, not to mention an "orphan allowance" of $508.97 for each of their three adopted children. The grand total, $2,592.81, would be payable by check each month.
The total of their child care assistance is high due to the number of children they have, but I am still impressed that people of their stature would qualify for such aid. In addition to noshing on baguettes, wine, and cheese, France sounds like such a nice place to raise a family. Source
Brad Pitt turned paparazzi on his beloved brood for the November issue of W. While the actor, his partner, Angelina Jolie, and their six offspring — Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, Vivienne, and Knox — often find themselves the subject of snapping shutterbugs, this time daddy Brad was behind the lens and calling the shots.
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