If you follow me on instagram you know that my kids and I have a serious case of Hamilaria. We’ve been smitten with Hamilton all year (I was lucky enough to see the show with the entire original cast right after it came out, back when tickets were “Normal Broadway Expensive” as opposed to “Hamilton-Obscene-Expensive.” It is such an incredible show, and we’ve had the soundtrack on repeat since then. We’ve also made tributes: She had managed to blend her two passions: #Hamilton and . . .
#TBT: How to cultivate gratitude with children
On Thursdays, I post from the vault. This is from November 2013 Keeping a perspective of gratitude is a hard lesson in life – one that many adults have not even mastered. But instilling the practice of being thankful in our children is a habit that will benefit them throughout their life: people who hold a worldview of being thankful tend to report more contentment and also tend to cope better with life’s challenges. There are several tips for teaching your children the art of being . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Joshua
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 . . .
One week away! Paul and I are sharing our predictions leading up to the election.
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What I want you to know about healing sexual abuse
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 MicheleGrace. Photo by: Christopher Windus What I want you to know... When a predator stalks an animal and the animal gets away, the natural reaction is shaking to release the trauma. . . .
Friday Finds: For New Moms
1. Pink and Mocha | Hugaboo2. Charlie Mocs | Jack & Lily3. Bomb Like Mom t-shirt | Scout and Indiana4. Fringed Swaddle Set | Woombie5. Vegan Sunscreen | Nature's Gate6. Nursing Scarf | SholdIt7. Jesse Diaper Backpack | Cheeky Tummy 8. Ladies Man Set | Children's Place9. Clean Key Animals | Kleynimals 10. Booster Car Seat | BubbleBum 11. Bunny Face Mary Jane Baby Shoes | Robeez 12. Baby Shampoo & Wash | Nature's Gate 13. Wood Teething Rattle | Finn + Emma 14. Kaya Mocs | . . .
Giving kids agency at birthday parties
This post was sponsored by Monster High When my kids were small, I would scour Pinterest and blogs for inspiration for their birthday party decor. I would relish themes like "whimsical tree fairy party" or "hot pink chevron." (Don't judge. I've been a parent for over a decade and there are side effects. Chevron prints were big back then.) Thankfully, my kids caught wind that parties could be themed after their favorite characters and they saved me from my Pinterest problem. . . .
#TBT: Ethical and fair-trade candy ideas for Halloween
On Thursdays, I post from the vault. This is from October 2014 Did you know that most commercial chocolate companies are relying on child labor to source their cocoa? The low-down is here . . . but in a nutshell a BBC documentary revealed that child labor and even child trafficking is rampant in chocolate production, and that chocolate from most mainstream candy companies can be traced back to farms employing (and even buying) children to work in dangerous conditions. For our . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Ryan
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 . . .
Friday Finds: Marbled
1. Hexagon Marble Coasters Set of 4 by MeAConcrete | Etsy 2. Ceramic Marble Canister - Nate Berkus™ | Target 3. Marble Cropped Leggings | Anthropologie 4. Deco Marble Multi Hook | West Elm 5. Marble + Wood Geometric Objects | West Elm 6. Marbled Monogram Cards | Anthropologie 7. Assembly Home Marble Pillowcase Set | Urban Outfitters 8. S'well Reusable Water Bottle | Anthropologie 9. Marble Journal | Urban . . .
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