Am I the last person to learn that prolific children's poet Shel Silverstein had another life as a writer of decidedly adult content? Feels like it! Besides writing Johnny Cash's hit song "A Boy Named Sue," he started his career at Playboy, where he continued to contribute until his death. To me, his poems were the epitome of childhood simplicity and playfulness. So, I was surprised to read one Read more

Last week, Grant Achatz revealed that the third iteration of his popular pop-up restaurant, Next, will be conceptually based on childhood. His initial inspiration? Where the Sidewalk Ends, the classic children's book by Shel Silverstein. Achatz's conceptual menu isn't the only one we've seen lately that draws on something other than the farmers market and the seasons for inspiration: these days, Read more

Grab a box of tissues and one of these books before putting your baby to bed! Children love a good read, but some of their favorite board and picture books are quite the tearjerkers for postpartum or weepy mothers. Love You Forever is the tale of how a mother's love for her son never ceases. The story ends with a role reversal as the grown man cares for his elderly mom. Check out five other Read more