Most of our kids are settling back into the school routine and adjusting to their new teachers. I’ve written before about what kind of school parent I am, and in one episode of Mama Said, Sarah and I discussed my ambivalence about volunteering in their classrooms. Short story, I think a lot about what my kids’ teachers think of me.When I discuss my own parenting style with them—including teachers in my social circles—I keep hearing a lot of similar things: That it’s a collaboration. Parents and . . .
That’s what SHE said: white fragility, hovering parents and marriage, genetic curiosities, parenting as a Gen-Xer, and more . . .
Black Is The New Black: White Privilege And White Fragility | SpokaneFAVS Just as sexual violence is a male problem, so too is racism a white problem. White Americans are complicit in — and the primary beneficiaries of — a system that dehumanizes and erases black lives. If Howard Zinn is correct that “our problem is civil obedience,” we white Americans ought to reflect on how we might protest in order to change a system that perpetuates misery for so many. Such protest is imperative for . . .
Friday Finds
1. 12 x 12 modern white lacquer wall planter by UrbanMettle | Etsy 2. Personalized bird necklace in silver | My Name Necklace 3. Steampunk City alphebet book for kids 4. Personalized lunchbox | Stuckonyou 5. I Heart Gratitude journal for kids 6. Neon pink ballet flats | Tieks 7. Dino Pop luminescent pet | Biopop 8. Red plaid layered denim jacket | Zulily 9. Zucchini and tomato pasta | Blissfulblog . . .
Best shows to watch as a family
I've mentioned this before, but we're a little Amish about tv shows in our house. It's not that I'm a total pearl-clutcher about today's tv programming . . . but I'm just not a fan of the over-the-top sarcasm, eye-rolling, and parental disrespect that seems so prevalent in the tv shows geared for kids. We've outgrown Doc McStuffins and Jake and the Neverland Pirates, but we're not quite ready for the tween fare. (A few too many episodes of Jessie and Karis was starting to end every sentence . . .
What I want you to know about having a daughter with cancer
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 Vogel. I want people to know that our daughter having cancer was the most important thing to ever happen to us. It changed us for the better - but not just us. Our . . .
Questions of eternal significance: Candy corn: tasty or disgusting?
I’m seeing people start to wax poetically (pun intended) about it being candy corn season. I DO NOT GET IT. I am not a fan. It just tastes like I’m eating a candle. No flavor. Bland texture. It’s not fruity or chocolately . . . it doesn’t taste like anything. Blech. No thank you. via pleated-jeans.com What about you? Are you pro candy corn? . . .
My nephew talks back-to-school at NYU
This post was sponsored by Invisalign® clear aligners. My nephew and mom are receiving complimentary Invisalign treatment as they share their Invisalign journey. It's been a couple months now since I've started documenting my nephew’s journey with Invisalign clear aligners. For those of you who are not familiar with Invisalign Teen®, it’s a series of nearly invisible, removable aligners that are used to gradually (and discreetly) straighten teeth. My nephew is a theater student who really . . .
What I want you to know about living with adult ADHD
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 Teresa Newsome. What I want you to know about living with adult ADHD, more than anything, is how hard I try.If you’re exploring a diagnosis or living through one, you can glean a . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Lee
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 . . .
September in retrospect: Africa, Sound of Music, Beer and Hymns, and Disneyland
September was a full month. It started with my trip to Ethiopia with Help One Now, which was a great success. Our team really clicked and I felt great about the organization and their local leadership. But best of all, we met our goal! 300 new sponsors for kids at risk of becoming poverty orphans. We checked our donation page just as we were flying home to learn that we’d met our goal and it was such a good feeling. Thank you to everyone who chose to support a family. You are changing lives. . . .
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