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 Danielle. Photo by: Rawpixel Here’s what I want you to know about children of divorce --- we grow up. I have friends with all kinds of marriages. In my . . .
Easter snapshots
It’s been more than a week since Easter, and here I am posting some pics. Man, this spring is flying by. Is it just me or did Easter feel way too early this year? Like, right on the tails of St. Patrick’s Day. India is my little helper. Ever since she outgrew the fantasy, she's wanted to help at every holiday. I think she enjoys this part more than anything. She's so my daughter. On Easter eve, Jafta said to me: "So let me guess. Tomorrow I'm getting a basket with a book, some art . . .
What I want you to know about being sexually abused as a minor by a minor
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 Anonymous. When I was 8, my step-brother began sexually abusing me. The abuse lasted until I turned 14, when he finally was sent away to live with his mother due to drug . . .
That’s what SHE said: an account of The Last Supper, how to quit Pinterest, embracing age, a letter to the wives of Donald Trump supporters, tips to raise brave girls, being happy versus being meaningful and more…
OFFICIAL MEETING MINUTES FROM THE LAST SUPPER | mcsweeneys.net A detailed account of the Last Supper..."The meeting is called to order. Jesus asks Romaine who he is and what he’s doing here. Romaine asks if this is the meeting for Creative.Jesus sayeth upon him no. That’s tomorrow. Romaine thanks Jesus and announces he’s going to a club called Wicker Baskets tonight. He exits the conference room. Jesus puts forward that he wants to sit in the middle of the table, and everyone should sit . . .
Friday Finds
1. Organic, Fair Trade Certified Teas | Choice Organic Teas 2. Annie B's | Easter Caramel 16-Piece Box 3. Super Girl Long Sleeve Shirt | Sunrise Girl 4. Playbill Broadway Cover Puzzle, 1000 Piece | Endless Games 5. Hattie Peck ( Picture Storybooks) | Amazon 6. The Joy of Swimming: A Celebration of Our Love for Getting in the Water by Lisa Congdon | Amazon 7. Tribest Citrus Star Juicer | . . .
What I want you to know about when your kid gets shut out from youth sports
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 Wendy Thurmond. An Open Letter to the Lady Who Shut My 8 Year old Daughter Out: I am a disappointed, bewildered, angry mother who’s daughter has been shut out of a . . .
Up for Debate: Talking Politics with Paul Martin (Ep. 8)
He's conservative. I'm liberal. And we are trying to have a civil discussion about the election. It's 3/30/16 and my friend Paul Martin and I are talking about Trump''s campaign manager assaulting a reporter, Hillary refuse to debate Sanders, #tonedownforwhat, and the media blackout about Sander's wins. . . .
How adverse childhood experiences can effect lifelong health
This post is sponsored by the Center for Youth Wellness Before I was a blogger, I worked for over a decade as a psychotherapist. One of the most striking things I noted about humanity, from being in the role of counselor with so many people, is how far-reaching stressful events from childhood can be on an adult. The old adage "time is a healer" is not always necessarily true. I have worked with many adults who were still having daily ramifications from things that happened 20 or 30 years . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Haylee
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 single
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 Mary. I’m a single, childless woman in my thirties. If you had asked me ten or fifteen years ago to describe my future, I would have told you that I’d definitely be . . .
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