We’ve been doing a lot of talking lately about death bed regrets. It all boils down to one question: how do you live life so that you don’t have a pillow full of regrets when your time on Earth is up? In this episode we share some important ideas about creating a life that is big on happiness and short on regret.

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• Got a great April Fool’s Day prank? Send it to eashow@kimandjason.com so we can share it on our next live show. (And you could even win a prize!)
• Check out our first visit to the Strong National Museum of Play.

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In this episode, filmed live from Madison, Wisconsin, we share some fun, childlike ideas to make your Valentine’s Day the sweetest one yet. We also chat about V-Day memories from childhood, including a quick debate over the infamous candy hearts.

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• The origins of Valentine’s Day

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With this being our 50th episode, our show is officially over the hill. In this episode, broadcast live from Madison, Wisconsin, we run down our list of 12 things you absolutely, positively MUST do in 2010 to keep Adultitis at bay. Also included are some great ideas for words of the year, excellent made up holiday suggestions, and some banter on Happy Meals.

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• What’s Your Word for 2010?
• Pick up your own copy of The Escape Plan. Banish Adultitis with this amazingly fun 40-Day Guide!

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We hope you and your family are having a wonderful holiday season. It can be the most joyful time of year, unless someone with a serious case of Adultitis shows up. Treatment is available, but awareness is the key. Both Ebeneezer Scrooge and the Grinch were Adultitis survivors, so there is hope. We decided to use this post to highlight a few videos that may be of help.

The first is a case study released by the Cure Adultitis Institute back in 2007. It shows just how serious a full-blown case of Adultitis can be.

This next one is episode #1 of The Escape Adulthood Show. In it you’ll find an in-depth report of the fellow known only as “The Adultitis Guy.” Pretty grim stuff. The report begins at about the 1:00 mark.

And finally, there was too much footage than we could use in the previously mention investigate report, so here are some outtakes. Watch this to learn more about his views on the value of gifts and the cons of putting up Christmas lights.

Please pass this post to friends and family, and maybe together, we can help make next Christmas Adultitis-free.

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This is our last show for 2009. We wanted to share some reflections on our first year as parents, offer up some holiday greetings, and give our take on whether Christmas is a cause of or the cure to Adultitis.

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• Check out Lucy’s first appearance on the show, way back in episode #3!
• Pick up your own copy of There’s An Adult in My Soup. It’s Lucy approved and it makes a great gift, too!

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If you love watching your kids’ eyes light up when they unwrap gifts from Santa, but cringe at the thought of even more toys infiltrating and cluttering up your home, we have an idea that will help. In this episode, we share a great tip for decluttering your Christmas while teaching your kids to be grateful for what they have.

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• Pick up your own copy of There’s An Adult in My Soup. It’s Lucy approved and it makes a great gift, too!
• Jason’s recent post: A Quick Thought on Toys

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Today was a snow day. Over a foot of snow. Blizzard conditions. The governor declared a state of emergency and authorities urged people to stay off the roads if at all possible.

Since Kim and I both work from home, we were able to stay in and decided to take most of the day off. Sure, we have a lot of stuff on our to-do lists, but days like this don’t come around all that often. You have to take advantage of them when they come.

But I must confess: I did partake in my share of inner grumbling as I struggled to shovel the driveway and sidewalk. (Ah the joys of home ownership!) The snow was wet and heavy, and my back still aches as I write this.

But then I thought of all the people who HAD to be out there today. The police officers. The ambulance drivers. The snow plow operators. They’re out there, away from their families, keeping us safe. Before long, my thoughts turned to the men and women in the armed forces. The ones overseas, thousands of miles away from home, who’d probably give anything to shovel their driveway, knowing that the smiling faces of their children and cup of hot chocolate awaited them inside.

I always assure the audience at the beginning of my speaking programs that I’m not there to teach them anything new. My job is to remind them of the things they already know. It’s easy to get caught up in the daily hustle, losing track about what’s really important and grumbling about trivial stuff. Sometimes we all need reminders to get us back on track.

This video was my reminder today. It’s a few years old, but it made me cry like a school girl. I bet it will do the same for you.

Watching this video reminded me of just how lucky I am to be able to shovel my driveway and then walk inside and have lunch with my two favorite girls in the world. Very lucky, indeed.

To all the service men and women out there, especially the ones who won’t be able to make it home this Christmas. Thank you.

Thank you so much.

You’re some kind of awesome. I doubt I’ll ever be as brave or dedicated or heroic as you.

Happy Holidays. Come home safe, ok?

This episode was broadcast live and featured spirited feedback from the chat room. We talked about our childhood memories of the “Mall Santa” and debated whether he was cool or creepy. We also gave 7 easy tips to keep the stress out of your holiday season and shared our best Christmas presents ever. Plus K&J Nation came up with several holiday-themed Adultitis warning signs.

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• Watch a case study about what happens when Adultitis takes over the holidays.
• Have you ever considered naming your Christmas tree?

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You know those “The More You Know” public service announcements that NBC does? We’ll we filmed our own. Hopefully it will get the word out about the rarely talked about dangers of office clutter. Knowledge is power, people. Stay safe.

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The holidays are upon us, which usually means extended quality time with the family. After everybody gets caught up on current events like who just got engaged and the name of Uncle Jack’s newest girlfriend, why not spice things up this year with an easy and fun game that will get you reminiscing about treasured memories (while creating some hilarious new ones). On this show, we talk about what you need and how to play. Oh yeah, we also talk briefly about ways to make air travel more fun.

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• How do you think the airlines could make flying more fun? Read Jason’s article “Does United Airlines Have Adultitis?”
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This year, Sesame Street is celebrating its 40th anniversary on the air. It may come as a surprise that this classic children’s show has its share of Adultitis. In this episode, we analyze six popular characters from the show to determine which ones are Adultitis-free and which ones need to seek treatment.

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• Complete the intake from the Cure Adultitis Institute to see what level of Adultitis you have.
• Listen to our interview with Bob McGrath and get the inside scoop on what it’s like working with Oscar the Grouch.
• Check out the new K&J Nation page and be sure to add your Flickr pics to our two new photo groups.

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Ever notice how when you’re rushed, it feels like everything is foggy and out of focus? In this episode, we discuss 5 ways to slow down so you can think more clearly. We also talk about our first Halloween at the new house, share one of our favorite YouTube videos, and reveal the date of our next live show.

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• YouTube Video: Charlie Bit Me!
• Add a little Jim Gaffigan to your day
• Miss the live Halloween special? Watch it now!

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This episode was broadcast live, and because we were talking about all things Halloween, we decked out the set with pumpkins, cobwebs, skulls, and eyeballs floating in blood. Dressed in costume, we, and a bunch of Halloween-crazed viewers, discussed the best and worst Halloween candy ever, shared costume memories, and revealed 5 things you absolutely HAVE to do this Halloween. And if you’ve ever wondered how to tell if you have holiday-induced Adultitis, Kim & Jason Nation offered an array of pretty good warning signs.

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• Check out Jason’s list of top 5 worst Halloween treats ever over at the Dadomatic blog.
• Watch this commercial for Doug’s “My Buddy” doll and tell us it doesn’t look like Chuckie from Child’s Play…
• Learn everything you ever wanted to know about wrestling’s classic tag team, the Road Warriors.
• Looking for pumpkin carving ideas? Check out this list of stellar efforts.

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You can spend a lot of money stocking up on candy to distribute to all the little trick-or-treaters who will be ringing your doorbell. If funds are tight, don’t forget about the dollar stores that often have great deals on good candy. But whatever you do, don’t make the costly mistake discussed in the following video.

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Here’s a sneak peek at our upcoming live show. Set your calendar for Thursday, October 29, 2009. We’re set to go live at 8:00 pm central time and we’ve got all sorts of tricks and treats up our sleeves. Be sure to tune in to participate in the festivities!

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• Watch our first live show here.
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Life is filled with countless rules that need to be broken. No, I’m not talking about running red lights or robbing banks. I’m talking about simple assumptions that we live by in order to fit in and stay comfortable. Kids like to break the mold and a great way to stay childlike, leaving Adultitis in the dust, is to follow their lead. Here are a few thoughts about the rules that don’t exist.

It seems as though the rough economy has affected just about everyone. Don’t let it wreak even further havoc this Halloween. Just follow the advice in this video and you’ll be able to enjoy the holiday AND avoid financial ruin.

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It seems like we’re all juggling a million plates and it’s practically impossible to keep them all spinning. Here’s a little reminder about what to do about the dust and cobwebs and busyness that piles up as we live our lives.

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Having a hard time thinking about what to be for Halloween? Don’t let Adultitis make an unnecessary appearance. Here’s a quick tip to keep in mind when choosing a costume.

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We’re back with our series on parenting, designed to be as candid as it is low-budget, and providing you with fresh insights on living life with less stress and more fun, whether you are a parent or not. This episode share three important tips for staying sane (and safe) while traveling with a baby.

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