Weekly Roundup: “Busytown Mysteries,” DWTS Dedication Night, and Perks of Parenthood

Parenting Roundabout

Here's what we're reading, recommending, and revisiting this week.
Catherine's library find is a nostalgic one: She learned that the Richard Scarry Busytown books had a TV adaptation called Busytown Mysteries, in which adorable characters solve cute little mysteries. Mentioned: Terri's current read/listen, Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent by Judi Dench.
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Terri's random recommendation is on hiatus for the moment as we return to the DWTS ballroom for a new theme, "Dedication Night." We were happy to welcome back Mark Ballas as a thoughtful and helpful judge, and to say goodbye to Brooks and her showmance efforts. Mentioned: "Taylor Did," a song by Alana Springsteen.
In the archives, we discussed some of the perks of parenthood (from 2018). We don't always complain! Mentioned: The memoir Remedies for Sorrow.
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Next week's lineup:

• Lost S1 E15, "Outlaws," on Tuesday, October 22
• Only Murders in the Building S4 E9, "Escape from Planet Klongo," on Wednesday, October 23
• Weekly roundup on Thursday, October 24

Until then (and anytime you're in need), the archives are available.