April Fox
Living in asheville, NC
Total page views: 99,015
Published Content: 78
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On AC since: 01.09.07
Bio:
A part-time writer and artist, full-time mom, and professional slacker, she enjoys eating Corn Pops while watching the Daily Show, never participated in PE class, and writes to maintain her sanity.
A part-time writer and artist, full-time mom, and professional slacker, she enjoys eating Corn Pops while watching the Daily Show, never participated in PE class, and writes to maintain her sanity.
Education/Experience:
life... i've done just about everything.
life... i've done just about everything.
Interests:
books, music, art, parenting, disability awareness, politics, human rights, education, glitter, bubbles, and general weirdness
books, music, art, parenting, disability awareness, politics, human rights, education, glitter, bubbles, and general weirdness
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Tips for preparing for your child's first dental visit.
By April Fox | Published 7/2/2009 | Read more »
The bad behavior of several spectators cast a pall over a big game for a group of elementary-aged children, resulting in at least one man being ejected from the game.
By April Fox | Published 7/2/2009 | Read more »
Placebo follows up 2007's Meds with Battle for the Sun, proving that the trio still have what it takes to blow the world away.
By April Fox | Published 6/23/2009 | Read more »
Forget the pro-war, blind compliance sort of patriotism. Here are some somgs for those of us who think about what "patriotic" means.
By April Fox | Published 6/22/2009 | Read more »
waiting for the end of the world.
By April Fox | Published 6/15/2009 | Read more »
Some people are born knowing what all those bizarre baseball phrases mean. For those who aren't, here's a guide to all the things the other parents like to yell.
By April Fox | Published 6/11/2009 | Read more »
My father was always 10 feet taller than the world; when I needed him, he was everywhere.
By April Fox | Published 6/5/2009 | Read more »
Here is some real-life advice for the teenager with depression.
By April Fox | Published 5/28/2009 | Read more »
Recognizing the signs of depression in adolescents and obtaining proper treatment
By April Fox | Published 5/27/2009 | Read more »
Don't ignore him all the time, but don't let yourself get drawn into senseless arguments.
By April Fox | Published 5/19/2009 | Read more »
um. remembering when things were good? i don't know...
By April Fox | Published 5/17/2009 | Read more »
for my daughter, who at fifteen has yet to realize that she is the most important person not only in her own universe, but in mine as well.
By April Fox | Published 5/14/2009 | Read more »
Kids with high-functioning autism have some unique needs, but all it takes is a little bit of attention to make their lives, and yours, easier.
By April Fox | Published 5/7/2009 | Read more »
In no particular order, for no particular reason, ten of the best songs by one of music's worst-kept secrets.
By April Fox | Published 4/22/2009 | Read more »
What it feels like to live with bipolar disorder.
By April Fox | Published 4/20/2009 | Read more »
Have an enjoyable holiday without doing that ridiculous Martha Stewart thing.
By April Fox | Published 1/4/2009 | Read more »
Forget peace, love and unity. here's how to give your kids a holiday filled with old-fashioned virtues like greed and hypocrisy.
By April Fox | Published 11/26/2008 | Read more »
What to get for that liberal slacker bum on your Christmas gift list who really, truly doesn't need anything.
By April Fox | Published 11/19/2008 | Read more »
Let your kid listen to punk, and he may be in for a lifetime of dealing with horrible things like pointy hair and self-confidence. Shame on you for even thinking about it.
By April Fox | Published 10/15/2008 | Read more »
Here are songs you can enjoy listening to and singing while rocking your sweet baby to sleep.
By April Fox | Published 10/1/2008 | Read more »
Tips for dressing your child like the popular Cheetah Girls this Halloween, without breaking the bank.
By April Fox | Published 9/29/2008 | Read more »
A list of Christmas gift basket ideas for moms.
By April Fox | Published 9/26/2008 | Read more »
If you're anywhere but in front of your TV on Monday nights, watching The Big Bang Theory, you're missing some good stuff.
By April Fox | Published 9/26/2008 | Read more »
Burying Michael Bolton even deeper under the good stuff
By April Fox | Published 9/23/2008 | Read more »
This is the soundtrack for those days when you all you want to do is wallow in grief.
By April Fox | Published 9/19/2008 | Read more »
You will not find Celine Dion here. You will, however, find a guy with a match and a can of kerosene. Now that's love.
By April Fox | Published 7/24/2007 | Read more »
Bored? Chill, you're in AsheVegas...there's always something to do.
By April Fox | Published 7/23/2007 | Read more »
Tips to make your child's education go a bit more smoothly
By April Fox | Published 7/20/2007 | Read more »
Local band Rightful Intentions are far better than most of the bands on the radio today. What's really impressive is that these guys aren't even old enough to vote yet.
By April Fox | Published 7/18/2007 | Read more »
Shiny new cars are way overrated. Here's why an old junker is the way to go.
By April Fox | Published 5/18/2007 | Read more »
A look at the neurological disorder, Tourette syndrome
By April Fox | Published 4/24/2007 | Read more »
The bizarre changes motherhood brings into your life
By April Fox | Published 4/12/2007 | Read more »
A review of a high-back booster car seat
By April Fox | Published 4/11/2007 | Read more »
Interview with Lance and Ryan from the Asheville rock band Look Beyond
By April Fox | Published 4/10/2007 | Read more »
Tips for caring for your new pet box turtle
By April Fox | Published 3/28/2007 | Read more »
There are ways to help a child who struggles with reading.
By April Fox | Published 3/26/2007 | Read more »
Accelerated Reader is a program designed to determine whether kids have read and remember key facts from certain books. Many schools are turning it into a competition.
By April Fox | Published 3/26/2007 | Read more »
A few simple tips to make your child an avid reader
By April Fox | Published 3/26/2007 | Read more »
A look at some of the common myths and facts about autism and Asperger syndrome.
By April Fox | Published 3/24/2007 | Read more »
Fast food, hot dogs and frozen dinners aren't your only options for quick dinner ideas.
By April Fox | Published 3/19/2007 | Read more »
I've tried just about everything to keep my thick curly hair from looking like a tumbleweed. Here's a list of several products I've tried, and notes on how well they've worked.
By April Fox | Published 3/19/2007 | Read more »
Add some variety to your kids' breakfasts with these fun and easy ideas.
By April Fox | Published 3/16/2007 | Read more »
How to spend less time and effort cleaning, and still have a presentable home
By April Fox | Published 3/15/2007 | Read more »
A guide to making it through a pregnancy with twins
By April Fox | Published 3/15/2007 | Read more »
Reading with kids is important. Here's a guide to choosing books for the littlest bookworms.
By April Fox | Published 3/13/2007 | Read more »
A few easy, painless ways to save a little money
By April Fox | Published 3/13/2007 | Read more »
A look at the symptoms and diagnosis of Asperger syndrome
By April Fox | Published 3/10/2007 | Read more »
Cracker is the most underrated band of my generation. Wise up and get a little Cracker Soul in your life.
By April Fox | Published 3/6/2007 | Read more »
The Health Adventure is a fun, educational children's museum in downtown Asheville, NC
By April Fox | Published 3/6/2007 | Read more »
The WNC Nature Center in Asheville, NC is a great place for the family to spend the day.
By April Fox | Published 3/6/2007 | Read more »
It can be tough hearing that your child has a disability, but there are things that can help you through it.
By April Fox | Published 3/5/2007 | Read more »
From Jimmy Buffett to the Offspring, here's a brief list of some of the greatest songs most people have never heard. Read it and then add your favorite unknowns to the list.
By April Fox | Published 3/5/2007 | Read more »
The campaign to turn the US into one big happy idiocracy seems to be gaining strength.
By April Fox | Published 3/1/2007 | Read more »
Taking a road trip with the kids? Read this, and then hit the road and have fun.
By April Fox | Published 2/28/2007 | Read more »
If you don't know the Booty Band, you're missing out. Find out about Asheville, NC's grooviest funk band right here.
By April Fox | Published 2/28/2007 | Read more »
Expecting twins? Congratulations! Now put on your tolerant hat, because the stupid people will be crawling out of the woodwork before you know it. If you want to be prepared for the inundation of crazy questions you'll no doubt get, read on.
By April Fox | Published 2/27/2007 | Read more »
Why is Myspace deleting photos of mothers nurturing their babies? To at least a few, it is inappropriate.
By April Fox | Published 2/26/2007 | Read more »
The number of cesarean sections performed in the US has risen sharply in the past decade, due in large part to an increasing number of women choosing them for non-medical reasons. Here's a look at the facts about c-sections.
By April Fox | Published 2/26/2007 | Read more »
Simple ways to fight the epidemic
By April Fox | Published 2/23/2007 | Read more »
There are way too many jerks taking the fun out of kids' sports games. Read this to make sure you're not one of them, and then pass it around to those who need it.
By April Fox | Published 2/23/2007 | Read more »
Somewhere between school-at-home and unschooling, there's a middle ground known as 'eclectic homeschooling'. Here's a closer look at it.
By April Fox | Published 2/23/2007 | Read more »
Kurt Cobain should have turned forty this week. Here's a look at the illness that took him and his impact on one life.
By April Fox | Published 2/23/2007 | Read more »
My son Jeremy is eight and has Asperger syndrome. He is a typical little boy in many ways, enjoying cartoons and Batman, playing outside and especially playing computer games. Unlike many little boys, though, he has to watch the same cartoons at the same time every week...
By April Fox | Published 2/22/2007 | Read more »
This downtown Asheville bookstore is well-stocked and friendly, and you can't beat the treats in the cafe.
By April Fox | Published 2/21/2007 | Read more »
Tired of trying to live up to some astronomical expectation you've set for yourself? Get over it. You'll never achieve that goal of being Supermom, so chill out and quit trying.
By April Fox | Published 2/21/2007 | Read more »
The Huff Center, a leader in developmental pediatrics in Western North Carolina, gets a new home. Find out about the new building, what's good and what needs work.
By April Fox | Published 2/20/2007 | Read more »
Here are simple and inexpensive ways to get elementary-aged kids involved in science.
By April Fox | Published 2/14/2007 | Read more »
Apparently, the old idea that homeschoolers are all crazy, right-wing fundamentalists still persists. In fact, kids are being homeschooled for a variety of reasons today.
By April Fox | Published 2/7/2007 | Read more »
Lost in the mountains of rural North Carolina? Can't understand the locals? This guide will help you learn and understand the native language.
By April Fox | Published 2/7/2007 | Read more »
Why do really have kids? Is it because we long for a small version of ourselves? Yearn to nurture and grow someone into a fine young adult? No, the truth is much more complicated.
By April Fox | Published 2/6/2007 | Read more »
Education seems to be the deciding factor in the legalization debate.
By April Fox | Published 2/2/2007 | Read more »
There are many ways to incorporate occupational and physical therapy and stregth-building into your child's daily life, without spending a fortune
By April Fox | Published 2/2/2007 | Read more »
I went from having no idea who MuteMath are to being madly in love in one short hour.
By April Fox | Published 2/1/2007 | Read more »
Forget all the unrealistic tips you've read in all the magazines-here's how to have happy, healthy kids without being a Stepford Wife.
By April Fox | Published 1/23/2007 | Read more »
Jeremy was finally diagnosed with autism-now that we know, where do we go from here?
By April Fox | Published 1/17/2007 | Read more »
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