Online Gaming

sMy kids love playing game online. They come by it honestly, though, because I can, and do, spend hours playing online games myself. What else is there to do at 2am when insomnia has kicked in and there is nothing on television?

Brandi really loves the games where she can dress up dolls, or in this case, Miley Cyrus. She will sit and dress the doll up in all kinds of different outfits. Unlike some other games, this one, which is found at poptropica games, allows you to change hairstyles. I guess because they want you to switch Miley into Hannah, which is what Brandi did in the picture.

Most gaming sites are okay for kids, but I still have to approve all games before the kids are allowed to play. I think that is what every parent should do. I also do not allow her to get on the computer unsupervised. I am always within viewing distance, just to make sure she doesn't end up on a site that is not kid appropriate. Again, I think that is what every parent should do. Especially with younger kids like Brandi, who is only 8. When kids get older, there are a whole new set of reasons to monitor their online activity. That is why half the time, Ryan and Kasi are grounded from the computer. I am trying to teach them to be responsible with their online choices.

Seems like it is a losing battle most days, but I refuse to give up.