Kids: masters at repurposing everyday objects
This post is sponsored by Clorox. Kids, man. They are masters at creativity. Show a kid a stick, they will show you a gun. Show them a box, it’s a car. Always ingenious, kids can take any object and turn it into something else. The expression “the right tool for the right job” is just a jumping off point for kids. THEY WILL FIND A WAY. Here are some of the ways my kids have taken everyday objects and turned them into something better: Ah, the old stick-into-a-light-saber trick. . . .
What I want you to know about helping my son find purpose and an identity beyond the word “adopted”
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 Julie Barclay. Photo by: Igor Ovsyannykov "Looking back, I shake my head on how much I didn’t get when we added a six year old boy from Ethiopia to our . . .
That’s what SHE said: an honest obituary, female body image and self-esteem, the Millennial migration from church and 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.) 'Evil' Man's Family Gives Him the Obit He Deserved shared by Lauren via Jezebel “His family adds that they have no intention of holding a funeral. Instead, they wrote that they plan to have him cremated, with his remains kept in their barn until the donkey’s wood shavings run out. “Leslie’s passing proves that evil does in fact die,” the obituary said, “and . . .
Instagram Roundup
Do you follow me on Instagram? Here are some gems from the past week: The rhythm is gonna get ya. So much rhythm. Just punched in the face with the rhythm. A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton) on Feb 16, 2017 at 6:53pm PST When you know you look fly in your suit and you want the neighbors to know, too. Be careful out there. India at her brother's game - drinking her tea and reading her book and listening to Dear Evan Hansen and basically I gave . . .
What I want you to know about being the “other woman”
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 Grace. Photo by: Julia Caesar There are so many things I want you to know…but I’ve learned from experience that people simply don’t care. It doesn’t . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Lexi
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 a step-parent
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 Lauren. Photo by: Tanja Heffner I want you to know that being a step-parent isn’t for everyone. A step-parent is a special someone with a hidden . . .
That’s what SHE said: Funny Valentine tweets, a foster-dad who only takes in the terminally ill, Iceland’s answer to teen drug-use, cheap travel destinations to put on your list and a whole lot 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.) 35 Tweets That Sum Up Valentine’s Day For Parents from Caroline at Huffington Post "Between the failed attempts to sneak some grown-up alone time and the pressure to make Pinterest-worthy valentines for every single one of your kids’ classmates, it’s hard to feel the romance around February 14." A few favorites: - "I think my son is really going to appreciate . . .
Instagram Roundup
A fun review of some of the things you might have missed over on Instagram this week.... #TBT Social D show, maybe 2002? I miss that hat. @lunareececeramics @wendy_maurer On their way to the Sweetheart Dance at school. India decided to wear a tie like daddy. ? The girls are occupied so the boys and I are doing a food crawl of more adventurous cuisines. We did kimchi, now dim sum. Up next: Halal Guys. ❤❤️❤ Speaking on the future of social . . .
Best kids books for Black History Month
February is Black History Month, and it's a great opportunity for families of all races to talk to their children about race, civil rights, and the history of African Americans. I’ve curated a list of children’s books that provide historical context to the history of black people in our country as well as highlighting many of our nation's black heroes. I've listed them in order of maturity, starting with simple picture books for young children going up to chapter books for . . .
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