Yesterday we went to dinner and my girls started playing with my phone and sunglasses. And then, in turn, they decided to do their best impression of me. Three things:1. Yes, I do talk with a little bit of vocal fry. Yes, I’ve lived in SoCal for 20 years and some of the local accent can be detected in my voice. But I think they’ve taken some dramatic license here. 2. Playing a video game on my phone is a thing I HAVE NEVER DONE. Nor do I really play any game apps at all. But being on . . .
Everything You Ever Wanted (an interview with Jillian Lauren)
I met Jillian Lauren several years ago. We had an immediate kinship because we were both writers and adoptive moms. Over the past few years, our families have grown to be friends, and she and I got to go to Ethiopia together last year. Here’s Jillian and I last month with our hero Bob Goff because life is weird and wonderful. Jillian is an incredible writer. I read her first book, an account of her life in a Harem in Brunei, in just a couple of days. I was so riveted by her story, but . . .
What I want you to know about what it means to work in Palestine
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 Cayce Pack. Coming back to the United States, people often ask me if I was afraid. Afraid of terrorism, of jihad, of living in a land that hates the Jewish faith. Afraid of . . .
Friday Finds: Summer Swim Style
1. Billabong 'Stellar' Two-Piece Rashguard Swimsuit | Nordstrom2. Volcom 'Blocko Stone' Board Shorts | Nordstrom 3. J.Crew | Girls' Rash Guard In Heart Stripe 4. Shaun White Wilshire Flip Flop Sandals | Target 5. White 'Sunshine Girl' Rashguard Set | Zulily 6. Volcom 'Thrashguard - Colorblock' Short Sleeve Rashguard | Nordstrom 7. Girls Ruched Mixed-Print Swimsuits | Old Navy 8. Multi-stripe board shorts | The . . .
What I want you to know about my suicide attempt
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 couldn’t pee. I had to. I had the sensation to go, but I couldn’t. I remember, as a kid, that this sensation would eventually go away, but this time it wouldn’t. I . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Jacob
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 a foster dad: a letter to my foster daughter’s birth 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 K's Dad. This is a letter I wrote to our foster daughter's birth mom. I don't actually have any way of getting it to her but it helped my heart to write it.Dear Ms. C.Hi, I am . . .
Was it really racist for a principal to point out that all the black people were leaving?
In a word . . . yes. But let's talk about why. Because the principal seems confused. (Or is, at least, feigning confusion in an effort to deflect responsibility.) In case you missed it, last week a high school principal shocked students and their families by exclaiming "Look who’s leaving … all the black people." TNT Academy Principal Nancy Gordeuk had completed the graduation ceremony and then asked everyone to stay as a student delivered a speech that had been forgotten. A few families . . .
Natural sun protection for kids
This post is sponsored by Blue Lizard Sunscreen Summer is approaching, which means fun and sun and unstructured time. No homework! No packing lunches in the morning! But it also means a new set of challenges. Finding activities. Fighting boredom. And slathering on sunscreen every morning before they go out. There has been lots of recent news about sunscreen and the harsh chemicals it can contain. The best way to protect our kids is by reducing their exposure to the sun and covering up that . . .
What I want you to know: thank you is never enough
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 Amy Dill. Mother's Day is a day when all mothers fantasize about lounging by the pool with a cold drink, a good book, and not a care in the world.But that seldom happens.It . . .
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