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Chatting with my Republican friend about the #ComeyTestimony.

June 13, 2017

Chatting with my Republican friend about the #ComeyTestimony. Paul E. Martin and I have some strong reactions to Thursday's circus show. . . .

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That’s what SHE said: an easy and interesting sleep test, wise words from an entertainment titan, a bakery that serves up some bittersweet treats and more….

June 11, 2017

Here are some things I read this week that made me think. (These are just snippets - click on the title to read the whole thing.) 8 Sleep Experts on What to Do When You Can’t Turn Off Your Thoughts at Night from Jessica with the Science of Us "Some nights, it’s like you can’t get your brain to shut up long enough for you to fall asleep. You’re mentally reviewing the day you just completed while also previewing the day ahead; sometimes, your mind may even reach way back into the archives and . . .

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What I want you to know about find my own way through lupus and becoming my own advocate

June 10, 2017

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 was submitted by Charlywww.barefootinthechapel.com. Photo by: Freestocks.org "Sitting in the doctor's office while she told me I had "MCTD," I remember thinking how much . . .

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Instagram Roundup

June 9, 2017

A look back at all of the fun and excitement from another week on Instagram... Howerton boys rocking the percussion section. A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton) on Jun 2, 2017 at 12:03pm PDT I think this photo adequately captures India's feelings about marching band. (She likes being in jazz band. But cannot do one without the other.) Souvenir dresses from the market in Port-au-Prince, just like the Haitian women wear.* *no Haitians wear . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Bakka

June 7, 2017

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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That’s what SHE said: find out your “American Dream” score, learn a few things you might not know about flying with kids, read one man’s personal experience with slavery and another man’s experience as a stay-at-home dad. All that and more….

June 4, 2017

Here are some things I read this week that made me think. (These are just snippets - click on the title to read the whole thing.) 8 surprising rules about flying with children that every parent should know from Caroline with Cool Mom Picks "Yes, the TSA can dump your breast milk. This may be old news for experienced jet-setter moms, but it was a surprise to this novice that TSA reserves the right to dispose of a small portion of breastmilk. If you’re carrying more than 3.4 ounces of . . .

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Instagram Roundup

June 2, 2017

Circling back for a recap of another exciting week... Market life A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton) on May 26, 2017 at 12:10pm PDT Haitian food crawl today. Griot (pork) and conch with creole sauce and chicken brioche and pumpkin soup. And plantains. So many plantains. ? Beach bound. Strictly following Haitian seatbelt laws. I guess he's enjoying his native country alright. Can't stop won't stop. She's a . . .

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What I want you to know about living with a mental illness and being arrested for it

June 2, 2017

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 was submitted by Jolene. Photo by: Volkan Olmez  I am 33 years old and on disability for a mental diagnoses and up until 2015 I had never been discriminated against . . .

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Continuing the conversation about tweens and teens and sex with sex educator Leslie Dixon

June 2, 2017

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Wednesday’s Child: Kaytie

May 31, 2017

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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