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 posts is by Kayme Pumphrey. I lost my husband of 12 years 15 days before I turned 30. On Father’s Day, one day after our oldest’s fifth birthday, we entered the hospital; seven days later, the virus that attacked . . .
What’s the difference between homophobia and standing up for “Christian values?” The answer lies in a postage stamp.
Angered by the recent release of a postage stamp honoring gay-rights activist Harvey Milk, the American Family Association has asked its members not only to avoid purchasing the stamp, but to refuse to accept or open any letter or package postmarked with one. In a recent email from AFA, the following was recommended: 1. Refuse to accept the Harvey Milk stamp if offered by your local post office. Instead, ask for a stamp of the United States flag.2. Refuse to accept mail at your home or . . .
Elliott is a madman that we as a culture have created
I’ve been wanting to put down some thoughts about the tragedy at UCSB, but Laci Greene just said everything I wanted to say. She addresses the role that violent masculinity and misogyny played in his actions, and the way our culture, in big and small ways, supports these ideas. . . .
That's What She Said
I Regret To Inform You That My Wedding To Captain Von Trapp Has Been Canceled. | McSweeney’s Internet Tendency I must confess to being rather blindsided by the end of our relationship. It seems Captain Von Trapp and I misunderstood each other. I assumed he was looking for a wife of taste and sophistication, who was a dead ringer for Tippi Hedren; instead he wanted to marry a curtain-wearing religious fanatic who shouts every word she says. An Adoptee Confession | Lost Daughters"There is . . .
Friday Finds
1. Pyramid air plant planter, handmade via Etsy 2. Summer sandals on sale at Zulily 3. Hurley on sale at Zulily! Woot! 4. Halter dress on sale at Gilt 5. Grilled veggie salad via Edible Perspective 6. Perfect pool cover-up on sale at Gilt 7. Boy's boardshorts on sale at Zulily 8. Hand-woven pillow by the Bodo Tribe in India via GreenHeartShop 9. Magazine tote by Design Ideas at Gilt . . .
Some mid-week joy: Vibe 2014 Medley
A little fun to get you through the week. . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Angel, Anna, and Raina
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 . . .
I’ve got your lifestyle blog right here
About a decade ago, I loved to scour through home design magazines for inspiration. I also bought the occasional fashion magazine. It was a guilty pleasure but also a source for ideas. I still look for inspiration, but I've replaced most of the magazines with online destinations. This seems to be a trend for most people, as most of us are just as likely to peruse Pinterest or design websites or foodie instagram accounts as we are to sit down with a magazine. The internet hasn't completed . . .
A day at the museum
This post was sponsored by the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Last week the kids and I headed up to LA for the afternoon to visit the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. This is one of those local things that I have always heard about but never done. Kind of like the way I grew up in Florida and never visited the Florida Keys. As soon we got there, I felt frustrated with myself for never having taken the kids before. It's such a local gem, for both kids and adults. . . .
Questions of eternal significance: What are your favorite haircare products?
Unfortunately I was not blessed with low-maintenance hair. My hair is thick and intermittently wavy (more like wrinkled than curly) and when left to it's own devices, insanely frizzy. It's also pretty gray, which means it is wiry and brittle. (And color-treated). As such, I'm always on the hunt for good products. First of all, pomade. I must have some kind of pomade/smoother/serum in my hair to keep it tame. I've tried numerous products of this sort and just recently found my favorite. . . .
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