He's conservative. I'm liberal. And we are trying to have a civil discussion about the election. My friend Paul Martin and I are talking about the drama of the Republican National Convention, from Melania lifting Michelle's speech to Cruz's non-endorsement to Trump's fear-mongering finale. Hit us up with your comments and questions! . . .
Upcoming shenanigans for slightly irreverant Christians in the greater LA area . . .
If you live in the greater LA/Orange County area and you are a Christian with a slight bent to the irreverent, there are some upcoming events that might be revelant to your interests. First, in two weeks LA’s Hatchery will be putting on an Adult VBS at their headquarters in Redondo Beach. This is a fun, tongue-in-cheek experience that will also provide some incredibly meaty content, with Walter Brueggemann as the main speaker (and myself leading “craft time” on Thursday and Friday.) You can come . . .
The biblical precedent to “Make America Great Again” (spoiler alert: it didn’t end well.)
A couple weeks ago, I was talking politics with my friend Kelley Nikondeha. Kelley is one of those smart and interesting friends who makes me think a little deeper on everything, and when it comes to the bible, she knows her stuff. We were talking about the Make America Great narrative, and Kelley offhandedly illuminated the Old Testament version of this phenomenon in a way that blew my mind, because I'd never made the connection before. I begged her to write it up for me so I could share . . .
What I want you to know about being the parent of bi-racial boys
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 posts is by Jennifer Lima. Photo by: Nathaniel Tetteh Another shooting of another black man. The names and images scroll across my news feed in what has become a much too frequent occurrence. I feel . . .
Give kids access to a huge online library with Playster
This post was sponsored by Playster. As a mom of four book-obsessed kids, and as an avid reader at myself, I am always looking for the latest technology that will encourage reading and provide a nice online library for our family. I recently had a chance to try the Playster service, and I have been really impressed. Playster is a subscription service that allows users to subscribe to books, audiobooks, music, movies, and games. You can choose to subscribe to only one service, or you can . . .
That’s what SHE said: a blistering appraisal of Trump from the Washington Post, Colbert at the RNC, Melania Trump’s plagiarism scandal, Trump getting Trumpier, justice for Charles Kinsey, when should kids get smartphones, feminist fathers, random acts of kindness and more…
DONALD TRUMP IS A UNIQUE THREAT TO AMERICAN DEMOCRACY | washingtonpost.com The Washington Post published a chillingly accurate appraisal of Trump that is perhaps one of the most indicting pieces they have ever posted on a presidential candidate. Fantastic read for the politically minded..."Given his ignorance, it is perhaps not surprising that Mr. Trump offers no coherence when it comes to policy. In years past, he supported immigration reform, gun control, and legal abortion; as . . .
Friday Finds
1. Conway Baskets | CB2 2. Pom Pom Wall Hanging | Urban Outfitters 3. Large Fair Trade Tropical Clutch, Handwoven in Madagascar | Sand – The Little Market 4. Black WL311 Suede Classic Sneaker | Zulily 5. Tiered Ruffle Dress | Banana Republic 6. Congo Peacock Beach Roundie | Zulily 7. Blue Isle Outdoor Throw Pillow | Dot & Bo 8. ett:twa Mainor Sunglasses | Anthropologie 9. Kids Classic Trainers | Gap . . .
What I want you to know about the struggle to have the mother-daughter relationship I know I’ll never have
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 posts is by an anonymous reader. Photo by: Alex Ronsdorf I had a great upbringing. Two successful parents with good jobs, living in a good house, good neighbourhood, we got to go on family vacations . . .
Talking to kids about Trump (when their friends support him)
I have tried to let my children come to their own conclusions when it comes to politics. I have shared information with them, and have done my best to educate them without bias or propaganda. I have always wanted to avoid indoctrinating my children in regards to politics because that is how I was raised. I grew up in a conservative Christian home. You love Jesus and you are a Republican, end of story. There was no nuance. No possibility for looking at both sides. No encouragement of critical . . .
#TBT Totally worth it
On Thursdays I post something from the archives. This is from November 2010. Last week I wrote a bit about the difficulties of adopting from the foster-care system. It was mostly a vent about the judgments that people have for adopting internationally . . . but I worry that I sounded like I was discouraging people from adopting through foster care. Though I do believe that it is a difficult process that needs massive reform, I also believe it is totally worth the hardships and . . .
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