Our family had the chance to visit the new Great Wolf Lodge in Southern California this past weekend. I’ve heard of the Great Wolf Lodge phenomenon before . . . I have friends in other places who swear by them as the perfect family vacation. So I was anxious to see what all the hype was about. Great Wolf Lodge did not disappoint. As soon as we arrived, the kids took in the giant water park from the lobby and were amazed that a hotel had this many water slides and pools. The water park . . .
What I want you to know about becoming a new 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 is by Melissa Divaris Thompson. As I journeyed into motherhood, I felt quite overwhelmed. The day I became pregnant and the moment I gave birth, I was changed forever. Even . . .
That’s what SHE said: hard truths of voluntourism, twitter parents talk the joy of youth sports, how to love, the value of quitting, Trump’s great con, equality as oppression and more…
7 REASONS WHY YOUR TWO WEEK TRIP TO HAITI DOESN'T MATTER: CALLING BULL ON "SERVICE TRIPS" | thedoctorschannel.com Some hard truths about service trips and voluntourism..."My least favorite but most common response when asking someone about their micro-trip abroad goes something like this: 'I was heartbroken to see how life is there. It really makes me realize just how good we have it. My life will never be the same.' (*Rolls eyes*) If you truly want this experience — to change your world . . .
Friday Finds
1. Baby Wren and the Great Gift by Sally Lloyd-Jones | Amazon 2. Chewbeads | Jane 100% Silicone Teething Necklace 3. Ask Amy | An Interactive Talking Doll That Responds When You Speak To Her! 4. Leaf & Love | Sugar-Free Organic Lemonade 5. Squix | Subscription Service For Innovative Germ-Fighting Products 6. RoseArt Washable Sidewalk Chalk Spray Painter | Toys R Us 7. BFree Foods | . . .
What I want you to know about living life with a j-pouch
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 Heather. A couple years ago, I wrote a post about living with ulcerative colitis, an embarrassing auto-immune disease that leaves you rushing to the bathroom, losing . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Junmarion
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 four and a half feet tall
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 Kate. I am this height due to a genetic disorder called Turner Syndrome. I took shots of growth hormone as a kid to help, but that did not get me too far. 1. I . . .
Millenials, the “N” word, and not-so-casual racism
I got my hair cut the other day at a new salon. My stylist was a young hipster in his 20’s. He had the typical hipster uniform: plaid shirt, long beard, and tattoos. He was nice and talkative, and as he worked we talked about a number of things. As he learned that I had two black children, the conversation turned to race. He talked about the Oscars and asked what I thought about the protest in regards to the lack of minorities. I told him that I understood it. He nodded, but then added that . . .
What I want you to know about being a mother struggling with depression
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 Megan. What I would like you to know is that I'm a mother who's struggling. I love my children. LOVE them. But some days, I hate myself so much that any other feeling . . .
That’s what SHE said: Louis C.K. on Trump, a call for a ban on homework, a black man experiences different treatment depending on his outfit, parents talk to their children about Trump, a young black woman takes on a confederate flag rally, and more…
HOMEWORK IS WRECKING OUR KIDS: THE RESEARCH IS CLEAR, LET'S BAN ELEMENTARY HOMEWORK | salon.com Research confirms: the benefits of homework are age dependent..."For elementary-aged children, research suggests that studying in class gets superior learning results, while extra schoolwork at home is just . . . extra work. Even in middle school, the relationship between homework and academic success is minimal at best. By the time kids reach high school, homework provides academic . . .
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