This post was sponsored by Clorox I have tried my best to be an egalitarian mother, and to raise my children without rigid gender roles or stereotypical expectations based on gender. I want them to understand that boys can be nurturing, that girls can be bosses, and that they are free to follow their dreams and passions, unencumbered by cultural expectations. THAT BEING SAID, Wow. Raising boys is different than raising girls. I grew up in an all-girl household. I didn't have brothers. . . .
Tips for keeping your sanity while shopping with kids
This post was sponsored by BJ's Wholesale As a mom of four kids who are very closely spaced in age, I am at a sweet spot in the parenting gig. We have rounded the corner of the stage of complete and total chaos, and now life feels same again. Everyone can use the bathroom independently, everyone can make their own lunch, and temper tantrums are at a minimum. Life is so much easier today than it was when they were younger. With one exception . . . Grocery shopping. Yes, Karis. I feel the . . .
#TBT: I’ve come to wish you an unhappy birthday
On Thursdays, I post from the vault. This is from October 2010. Kembe and India (the twins) turned 4 earlier this week. It was very anticlimactic. Their preschool schedule their special moment at school a couple days before the real day. They get to wear a crown and the parent supplies a special snack . . . but we are discouraged from bringing sweets or cupcakes. However, a lot of parents don't follow the rules, and my kids came home moping several days . . .
Up for Debate with Paul Martin: The First Debate
He's conservative. I'm liberal. And we are trying to have a civil discussion about the election. My friend Paul Martin and I continue our series with a recap of the first presidential debate . . . just a couple drinks in. . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Jaylen
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 . . .
What I want you to know about being estranged from my parents
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 Carrie. Photo by: Denys Argyriou It's been said that Albert Einstein says the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different . . .
That’s what SHE said: Between Two Ferns with HRC, what is really happening in Charlotte,the xenophobia behind destructive global politics, replacing detention with meditation, the case for getting rid of middle schools, children’s books featuring kids of color, feeling the Bern for HRC and more…
Between Two Ferns With Zach Galifianakis: Hillary Clinton from Funny Or Die EDITORIAL: CHARLOTTE IS DROWNING IN SYSTEMATIC INJUSTICE | nbc.news.com A pastor writes about what is really happening in Charlotte and has been for some time..."As a pastor and as an organizer, I do not condone violence. I suspect that much of it has been instigated by provocateurs with their own agenda. But to condemn the uprising in Charlotte would be to condemn a man for thrashing when someone is trying to drown . . .
Friday Finds
1. Plaid Cinch Waist Shirtdress | The Gap 2. The Dessert Rose Clutch | Krochet Kids 3. Cinch Ballet Flats | The Gap 4. Molly's Bakeovers | 6 Bags of Cookies Made without Gluten, Dairy, Egg and Soy 5. Active Betty Capri's | Twiga 6. Stylish Kids Clothes Handpicked & Delivered | Mac and Mia 7. Personalized Burlap Baskets by JenniferHeleneHome | Etsy 8. Quinoa and Chia Seed Wrap w/ Teff and Flaxseeds | BFree 9. Honey Hive Pendant . . .
#TBT: Racial bias, police brutality, and the dangerous act of being black
On Thursdays, I post from the vault. This is from August 2014. Last week, an unarmed black teenager was fatally shot in Ferguson, Missouri and left to lay in the street for four hours as a community watched in horror. Tensions have mounted as police reports have varied wildly from eye-witness accounts, and that anger was fueled further as the police department refused to answer questions about his death. At this point, the police chief has back-stepped his own statement of facts, and is . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Caleb, Kyle, and Allen
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 . . .
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