for many of the same reasons. What we do have is a collection of videos (on tape and disc). The pause/stop button works really well. It took a little bit to convince them that when they come for dinner, they really aren't going to miss anything. And yes, the movie will continue exactly where it is in the morning. That and the vast majority of stuff on the broadcast networks isn't worth seeing to begin with. Books, toys and games are much better alternatives.

Parenting with Love and Logic is an excellent book. I also recommend [link|http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0060014318|"kids are worth it!"] by Barbara Coloroso. Hmmm, I just noticed that those two books are sitting next to each other in my bookcase. Might be time for me to read them again...