The Editor's Desk - From Beneath the Clutter

Halloween is almost here. Election day is almost here. Just call it a busy time of year.

I'm doing some last minute work on my daughter's costume. She was a butterfly for Halloween when she was 2, and wants to reuse the wings this year. I let her pick some new paints to add to the design. One of the big additions is lots of glow in the dark paint. She loves that part, and I'm really impressed with how well the paint glows. It makes a dark costume somewhat more visible on some of the streets in our area, which aren't always well lit.

Go vote is all I will say about the election. Hopefully you've figured out how you want to vote already.

Feature Article
How to Engage Your Children in the Election Process

The 2008 Presidential election is regarded by many as one of the most significant events in American history. Just because your children are too young to vote does not mean they cannot participate in this important occasion. How do we teach our children that voting is one of the most important rights that we have as Americans?

Come and read the rest at http://www.homewiththekids.com/newsletter/2008/102808.php

See you next week!

Stephanie