I saw a screening of the new Annie movie last week, and since it opens this week, I wanted to give a head's up to other families touched by adoption. Most of us are familiar with the Annie story, and that it revolves heavily around her orphan status, her search for her birth family, and relationship with a new father figure. This movie followed the same plotlines, but there were aspects of the retelling that may be more poignant for adopted children. The adoption/abandonment themes were . . .
What I want you to know about adopting an older child
What I Want You to Know is a series of reader submissions. It is an attempt to allow people to tell their personal stories, in the hopes of bringing greater compassion to the unique issues each of us face. If you would like to submit a story to this series, click here. Today’s guest post is by Kathryn Fishman-Weaver. There are many crazy things you hear as transracial adoptive parents. For us, one of the more common sentiments is: “Wow, you adopted an older child--that . . .
My favorite 80’s Christmas movies from childhood
Christmas movies: they just don’t make ‘em like they used to. (Or my taste was worse back then. Or I’m a sucker for 80’s nostalgia. Could be that).My family looooved Christmas movies, and these were some of the movies on heavy rotation in my house during the holiday season. A Christmas Story This is the classic childhood Christmas movie, right? Poor Ralphie just wanted a BB gun, but the adults in his life were convinced he would shoot his eye out. This movie was such an accurate portrayal of . . .
Mama Said: On both of us turning 40 this year
Sarah and I both turn 40 this year and one of us has some Big Feelings about it. . . .
Gifts That Give Back 2014
Every year I try to curate a list of products that would make great Chrsitmas gifts, that also having a component of either giving back or empowering impoverished people groups. Here are some of my favorites. For more ideas and to stay updated on new finds, check out my Gifts That Give Back pnterest board. 1. Colors skinny-strand scarf made by marginalized women in Atlanta | Freedom in Fashion 2. Aztec stud earrings crafted from hand-cut metal by survivors of modern-day slavery | Purpose . . .
Holiday Gift Guide for Kids
1. What Does it Mean to be Present | Little Pickle Press 2. First Aid Jungle Bike | Lego 3. God Made Light by Matthew Paul Turner | Amazon 4. American Girl® Dolls | Samantha™ Doll & Paperback Book 5. LeapFrog LeapTV | Educational Active Video Game System 6. Fishhotel White | Umbra 7. GoldieBlox | The Engineering Toy For Girls 8. Hasbro | Beloved EASY-BAKE oven 9. Color Your Own Shirt | SuperflyKids 1. 2015 World . . .
What I want you to know about ovarian cysts in young girls
What I Want You to Know is a series of reader submissions. It is an attempt to allow people to tell their personal stories, in the hopes of bringing greater compassion to the unique issues each of us face. If you would like to submit a story to this series, click here. Today’s guest post is by Mary McDoula. My 13 year old daughter recently had an ovarian cyst the size of a softball removed. Along with her left ovary and fallopian tube. Sadly, this is very common in . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Jesse and Andres
Every Wednesday I feature a child recently highlighted by a local Wednesday's Child newscast to share the stories of children from around the country who are waiting for a family. My hope is that this can broaden exposure for the children highlighted, but also serve as a reminder that these children represent thousands of children currently in the foster-care system. Perhaps their stories will inspire you to consider opening your home to a child needing a family. For more information and to . . .
Holiday Gift Guide for Grown-Ups
FOR WOMEN 1. Leather flats | Brian James Footware 2. Gourmet vanilla beans | Heilala Vanilla 3. Leather diaper bag | Pacapod 4 Customized message bracelets | Jessie Girl Jewelry 5. Prayer beads | Kristen Vincent Prayerworks 6. Wood serving set | From The Earth 7. Sugar Lip gloss set | Fresh 8 Customized family ornament | White Lilie Designs 9. Ugly Christmas sweater dress | Tipsy Elves FOR MEN 1. Men's gift subscription box | Mantry 2. Wood cufflinks | From The . . .
What I want you to know: when someone you love commits suicide
What I Want You to Know is a series of reader submissions. It is an attempt to allow people to tell their personal stories, in the hopes of bringing greater compassion to the unique issues each of us face. If you would like to submit a story to this series, click here. Today’s guest post is by an anonymous writer. You might have recently lost someone you love to suicide. Or maybe you know someone who lost someone they love. Or maybe you are considering suicide. . . .
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