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Quadruplets Laughing at Their Dad Will Make Your Weekend

Jon Prell — Sat, 18 May 2013 01:00:43 +0000

This video may not have any real social significance and it’s certainly not the most news worthy story of the day. However, with everything going on in the world today and on the nightly newscasts, sometimes we just need something to remind us that life is good and humanity can be a beautiful thing. The [...]

Wealthy Parents Are Paying Handicapped Tour Guides to Bypass Long Lines at Disney Parks – Really?

Jon Prell — Wed, 15 May 2013 19:30:43 +0000

Theme park ride lines like the ones at any Disney park can be excruciatingly long and frustrating, on that we all agree, right? Well, what if you could shell out some cash and go right to the front of the line? According to the New York Post, that is exactly what is happening, except this story has a little twist. The cash is being paid to handicapped tour guides, who pose as family members to get them straight to the front of the line in a matter of a couple of minutes.

A Video Mother's Day Message for All Moms – Especially to My Mom

Jon Prell — Sun, 12 May 2013 13:00:37 +0000

Today is Mother’s Day and rather than write about what most of us are feeling today, I thought I would just share this video Mother’s Day message for all moms to enjoy, but especially my mom who lives in California. There is a lot I could and I know should say to my mom today [...]

Leslie Expresses Love for Her Kids Through Music

Leslie Morgan — Sun, 12 May 2013 09:00:55 +0000

Today is Mother’s Day and mothers all over the country are receiving gifts. But for most mothers, like me, it’s not about the gifts or cards we get but the memories our children have given to us over the years. Some of my most precious memories involve music. With every one of my three children, [...]

Watch Three of the Best Mother's Day Commercials Ever

Jon Prell — Sat, 11 May 2013 13:00:31 +0000

Mother's Day is tomorrow and hopefully, you are not waiting until the last minute to do something special for mom. My mom lives in California and I haven't seen her in almost nine years, which is about to change. My mom and my wife are the best mothers I have ever seen for so many reasons that would take a while to describe.

Honey Boo Boo's Mama June Ties the Knot on TLC – Well, Kinda

Townsquare Media — Fri, 10 May 2013 04:12:36 +0000

Did Mama June finally tie the knot with Sugar Bear after nine years? NOPE! They didn’t have a “wedding,” they had a “commitment ceremony,” just with a wedding dress, and a wedding cake, and wedding vows. The… ceremony was held in their Georgia backyard on May 5. Y’all better redneckognize their love is real! For [...]

What Is It Really Like To Be Mom?

Jon Prell — Thu, 09 May 2013 01:00:14 +0000

Mother's day is this Sunday and if nothing else, your mom deserves the acknowledgment for all that she does. Last year I posted an article about what being a mom is worth on the open market, which is about $112,000 per year. A mom's work is never done and sometimes...no, most of the time we take that for granted.

Proof You Shouldn't Leave Dad Alone With the Baby or Let Him Change Diapers

Leslie Morgan — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 22:32:35 +0000

Ok dad’s, I know you get a bad wrap. Nobody thinks you can handle a baby. Sometimes you don’t even get a chance to prove yourself. But when you do, it often turns out like this! Fun babies can only have with Dad… Dirty diapers smell but, gagging and protective clothing? REALLY?! We still LOVE [...]

Toddler Answers the Burning Question – Who is Your Favorite, Mommy or Daddy?

Leslie Morgan — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 09:16:45 +0000

I can remember when when my daughter, who is now 21, started talking. And of course, her first word was, 'Ma'. Even though I knew that the reason for this was because of her lack of speech development, I still LOVED it. Her dad on the other hand, was NOT happy. He TOTALLY would have quizzed her just like this...

Little Girl Gives Her Dad the Business

Leslie Morgan — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:13:25 +0000

When you are a parent, you say things to your children that you hope will teach them lessons. As they grow, you smile when you realize they REALLY listened to you and understood. But there are those times when they give it right back to you and you just have to laugh! :-)

Evansville Law Enforcement and the EVSC Announce Choose Not to Lose – A New Program to Help Kids Make Better Choices

Jon Prell — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 17:01:06 +0000

As any parent is well aware, our kids sometimes do not make the best choices, especially at the high school level. Some of their decisions are made based on anything from bullying to peer pressure or just out of the need to fit in. A new program was launched on Monday to help kids make better, more positive choices as they move forward.

Seven-Year-Old Professional Sand Castle Builder Is Also an Advocate for Clean Water

Jon Prell — Sat, 23 Mar 2013 12:00:05 +0000

Hunter is 7-years-old and is a professional sand castle builder in California. You certainly don’t hear much about pro sand castle builders, but Hunter’s passion goes way beyond sand castles. Hunter is also a big time advocate for clean water and makes a very strong case. My favorite part of this video is when Hunter [...]

Ark Crisis Child Care Center Plans Fairy Tale Ball

Leslie Morgan — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:44:41 +0000

In my previous life, before radio, I worked with kids. It was a time in my life that I found the most rewarding. All of my students brought so much life into my life. Well, some were more reluctant to shine their light than others. LOL But each and every one of them taught me more than I could have ever taught them.

One of my former students, whom I am SO proud of, is working with the Arc Crisis Center. She asked me if I would help them get the word out about a magical and remarkable event for children in crisis.

Bonnie Franklin and 'One Day at a Time' Showed Me the Difficult Life of a Single Mom With Humor and Love

Leslie Morgan — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 09:54:52 +0000

Sadly, on Friday, actress Bonnie Franklin passed away after her battle with pancreatic cancer - she was 69. Bonnie is probably best remembered for playing 'Ann Romano' on the CBS sitcom 'One Day at a Time.' The show was a huge part of my childhood. My mom, like Ann, had red hair, I wanted to look just like Valerie Bertinelli and the story took place in Indiana. It was also my first glimpse of a woman who was divorced. (I know...crazy, but true) Little did I know, that someday, I would be just like her.

Leslie Thanks the Invisible Woman in Honor of Her Mother

Leslie Morgan — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 10:00:09 +0000

You know how you are just browsing statuses on Facebook and suddenly something hits you? You read something or see something you didn’t expect? Well, that is exactly what happened to me when I saw this incredible video. While watching this video, I couldn’t help but think of my beautiful mother and want to thank [...]

An Open Letter to My Daughter Emily

Jon Prell — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 02:30:28 +0000

Earlier today, my daughter Emily e-mailed me a copy of an assignment she did for school. The assignment was to write a paper about looking through their lives and assign a song that best describes certain parts of their life. I was very surprised at what she wrote and extremely touched. I think we fail [...]

Danny Thomas, a Man of Laughter Before Hope

Leslie Morgan — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 16:31:50 +0000

The man who started St Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, TN, was first a nightclub comedian who became a very successful television star and producer. His career spanned five decades. My grandparents and parents loved him.Take a look at the man who made millions laugh all over the world. I actually found a full [...]

Two Year Old Has an Amazing, Unbelievable Basketball Shot [VIDEO]

Leslie Morgan — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 13:40:15 +0000

My sons LOVE sports, especially basketball. Since they could hold a mini basketball in their hands, they were shooting a basket. They didn't always make it but I sure made a big deal when they did.

The parents of THIS kid must have blisters on their fingers from clapping so much. And even though the 'misses' are edited out, the shots are still pretty amazing!

84-Year Old Grandpa Plays XBox and Loves It [VIDEO]

Leslie Morgan — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:28:37 +0000

My sons, and I am sure your kids too, are addicted to video games. They can spend hours sitting on their butts, staring at a screen, with their controller in hand - trying to beat the game and be totally content and happy. I just DON'T understand it. And I'm guessing that this grandpa couldn't understand it either...until he took control of the controller.

Luke Bryan's Dance Moves Run in the Family – His Son Bo Can Shake It Too [VIDEO]

Leslie Morgan — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 12:10:36 +0000

During my interview with Luke Bryan I asked some fan questions that included this one from Facebook. Cathey Cat Morris wanted to know, "Do you regret shaking it the first time because now you kinda have to?" Luke replied, "You gotta pay the bills - whatever pays the bills!" LOL Well, apparently he is teaching his son Bo how to pay the bills with similar moves.