Rage Against The Minivan

What I want you to know…realizations of what it means to become a mom

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 an anonymous reader. Photo by: Yaoqi Li  My husband and I had children 100 percent on purpose. We felt ready, so I figured it would be easy, . . .

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That’s what SHE said: crazy-cool nightlight options, what music looks like on canvas, excellent tips for explaining Autism to others and lots more…

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.) 50 Unique Kids’ Night Lights That Make Bedtime Fun and Easy from Home Designing "It’s after 9pm, and it’s that time that all parents dread at one stage in their lives. Bedtime. It sounds simple – and it can be easier, with the right night light as your little helper. Round, cutesy and shaped in the form of characters or animals, we’ve put together a list of the top . . .

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How to cultivate an appreciation for theater in young kids

Last week I took two of my kids on a trip that I've been waiting to do for years. We went to New York to see some broadway shows.  I do a trip for each kid on their 10th birthday and India chose this. She's been dying to see a couple shows and also to visit the city. She knows I visit at least once a year and wanted to see what it is all about.  (Kembe chose to visit Haiti for his 10 year trip, which we will be doing in May. Both kids opted to have a sibling along, which worked . . .

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What I want you to know about being a graphic designer

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 Heather. Photo by: Gabriel Beaudry  I am a graphic designer. I have a BFA and an MA and have taught design for five years at the college level. I am . . .

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Instagram Roundup

Another crazy week as chronicled on Instagram... A recap of @dearevanhansen over on my Facebook page (www.facebook.com/rageagainsttheminivan) A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton) on Apr 28, 2017 at 12:01pm PDT Perfect day ... Crack pie soft serve with cereal sprinkles ? If it's true that you are what you eat, after this week these girls are 100% street pretzel. Can't stop won't stop. When you FaceTime your son to hear about his week . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Michael and Isabella

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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