American patriotism is generally something that amuses Europeans, I suppose because children look idiotic saluting the flag and because the constitution contains so many cracks through which the lawyers may creep.
Americans, indeed, often seem to be so overwhelmed by their children that they'll do anything for them except stay married to the co-producer.
Children and zip fasteners do not respond to force ... except occasionally.
The main purpose of children's parties is to remind you that there are children more awful than your own.
A food is not necessarily essential just because your child hates it.
The easiest way for your children to learn about money is for you not to have any.