McDonald's Play Center a Single Parent / Content Producer's Dream

I have found a perfect solution for those of you who are trying to produce content, or do any online work with a small child at home. McDonald's! I know, yeah right I'm crazy, but it is true. There is a McDonald's within walking distance to my house that has both a play center, and free Wi-Fi. Isn't it beautiful? Just think; I wake up get the older one off to school, get the little one ready to go and say, "Where would you like to go?", and the answer is... McDonald's.

Reason 1: Play Room

Most McDonald's these days have an air conditioned play room to help keep your little one busy. It's indoors, comes with its' own play equipment and is relatively safe. There's usually only one or two ways out that are easy to keep your eyes on. So there is no worrying about perverts running off with the kids, besides most other parents who keep an eye out for anything, or any one suspicious. Your child will love it! Not too hot, kids to play with, and the delicious smell of his or her favorite food.

Reason 2: Food

Another good reason for this excursion is the food and its' cost. How many children love McDonald's? All of them I think. They have made leaps and bounds from the menu of yesteryear. They have fruit and yogurt parfaits, one of mine and my son's favorites, salads, apple dippers, water, milk, and all kinds of yummy and nutritious foods now. Also, two words, Dollar Menu! That's right, all you need is a couple of bucks to enjoy a small meal here, and you can stay all day and play. Free refills on most drinks, which are all a dollar now, for fountain drinks and tea, keep you caffeinated all day. So now you're having fun, your child is having fun, and you both have full bellies and plenty to drink; what else could you ask for?

Reason 3: Free Wi-Fi

Well now that everyone is happy how do you work and produce content? Simple; most McDonalds now have free Wi-Fi connections. All you need is a laptop or net book, and you can produce your heart out. Now, a lot of you may not have one of these handy devices but let me tell you; get one! I picked up mine for about $300 out the door at Best Buy, and I am finding I cannot live without it. Mobility is king now and makes life so much more enjoyable. I can take my son to McDonald's and let him make friends and play while I am writing articles. If he gets hungry or thirsty, I take a short break and get what he needs, usually for a dollar, and back to work. No cooking, no cleaning, no fussing, just fun for him, and work for me. If you have a net-book or laptop, consider this if only one day a week. In fact this very article was written and submitted at my local ,while my son played, using their free Wi-Fi!