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 Stephane. Every parent knows their child will one day have their heart broken, and that they won't be able to fix it for them. That one day for me was the day my daughter was . . .
Our “twins” turn 9
Kembe and India turned 9 last week. What a fun age! I am really loving this phase of life we are in. Not yet teenagers, yet everyone can wipe their own butt and pack their own lunch. It’s the sweet spot. Although, man, they were cute when they were 4. This was their first party together: Kembe had just come home from Haiti and was a little shell-shocked at our American birthday party. My how times have changed. We decided to do a really casual birthday party this year at a local park. Our . . .
What I want you to know about fighting with my husband in public
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. I was an all-American, middle class, Christian girl who took all the “right” steps. I married a young aspiring minister that I met in Bible college. We read through the . . .
That’s what SHE said: the dirty secret of grief, a breast cancer survivor’s take on pink October, a photographer removes your cell phone, President Obama on Christianity and democracy, genius worriers, a James Corden cameo and more…
PLEASE PUT THAT PINK CAN OF SOUP DOWN AND PUT YOUR BRA BACK ON | huffingtonpost.com In response to a "National No Bra Day" to support Pink October, a breast cancer survivor dissects the pink capitalism behind so many of those breast cancer awareness products that actually donate nothing or very little to breast cancer research. Having lost her own breasts in what she calls a "physically and emotionally disfiguring surgery," she can't help but take offense at a movement to show off the two body . . .
Friday Finds: Pillows
1. Room Essentials™ Embroidered Floral Toss Pillow | Target 2. Escape Copper Pineapples Pillow | CB2 3. Magical Thinking Shibori Streak Pillow | Urban Outfitters 4. Patterns of Gray Pillow | Dot & Bo 5. Collaged Majida Pillow | Anthropologie 6. Gold Arrow Pillow by Pillows4Everyone | Etsy 7. Reflect 20" pillow | CB2 8. Chevron Sparkle' Accent Pillow | Nordstrom 9. Room Essentials™ Floral Burst Print Pillow . . .
What I want you to know about raising a child with Mitochondrial disease
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 Debbie Akers. Mitochondrial disease occurs when the body's mitochondria fail to function properly, creating an energy deficit. Each individual is affected differently, but . . .
The parenting paradox
On Thursdays I post from the archives. This is from July of 2012. When I was in high school, I went to see the musical version of the movie Big (yes – they made that Tom Hanks movie into a musical). It’s not an entirely memorable show, but one number stuck with me. It’s called “Stop, Time” and it’s a song that a mother sings about her sadness in regards to her child growing older. Even as a teenager, I was aware that this song was touching on a profound pain of the human experience, and I . . .
Teaching kids to cook
This post is sponsored by Uncle Ben’s. Growing up, my parents made sure I had plenty of opportunities to learn new skills. I took swimming lessons and gymnastics, dances classes and soccer. But one thing I never have lessons in: meal prep. It’s not that my mom did’t cook. I think it just wasn’t on her radar to take the time to explain what she was doing to request us to help. And I get it . . . when you are busy trying to get a meal on the table, the last thing you want to do is have a bunch of . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Abrianna & Serenity
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 . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Charlie
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 . . .
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