There was an article making the rounds this week in which a Princeton freshman does a “take down” of white privilege. It has been widely circulated as some kind of gotcha moment for people to subscribe to the idea that racial inequity is a thing to be concerned with. And while I hesitate to connect issues of racial equality to a political party because I strongly believe that racial reconciliation should be a bi-partisan effort, I’ve been disappointed to see the glee with which certain . . .
Mother’s Day Gift Guide: fair trade + homemade + gifts that give back
1. Family Tree Rings by Jessie Steury for Minted, benefiting Every Mother Counts 2. Happy Night + Calypso Bloom necklace made in Uganda via 31bits 3. Stade Tank | Krochet Kids International 4. LA GLORIA BAG | Noonday Collection 5. Homegrown monogram mug from Anthropologie 6. Gift Tower from GourmetGiftBaskets 7. A set of three trays made by a family operated carpentry shop in Guatemala | Noonday Collection 8 Lambani Brass Necklace from . . .
My test-driving, gun-shooting, off-roading weekend in Texas
A couple weeks ago, I was invited to San Antonio for a day of test-driving with Continental Tires. I wasn’t really sure what to expect. I’m not a big “car person” and I’ve certainly never been to a test track. And I had absolutely no knowledge or opinion on tires. The day after we flew in (and a lovely dinner on the River Walk), we woke up bright and early to drive out to Continental’s “proving grounds” . . . an expansive space dedicated to testing out tires. They wanted to . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Meet Dominic
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: I regret my abortion
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 an anonymous reader. I am a happily married mother of three small children under age five. My husband and I both agreed we didn't want to have any more children after our third was born. Our . . .
Karis turns 5!
My youngest turned 5 last week, a fact that catapulted me into a tailspin of existential angst. How is she so big? Where did this time go? Where is the little girl I carried? etc etc. At the same time, 5 has always been my favorite age. It’s such a great stage, where kids are still cute and curious and cuddly, but also emerging with reason and logic and thoughtfulness. Last year, Karis’s birthday fell in the midst of a family trip, and really just involved cupcakes and some Minnie Mouse plates . . .
Why girls in Nigeria should matter to you. #bringbackourgirls
In a part of Nigeria where 72% of the population never attends elementary school, they were were in high school. In a country where a war is being waged to oppress women from getting an education, they had left their homes and families to pursue one, living in a boarding home because for many, there was not a good school in their local village. They had aspirations. They had goals. They wanted to be teachers, doctors, lawyers. In the small farming town of Chibok, hundreds of girls were doing . . .
That's what SHE said: hometown losers, waterboarding, intercountry adoption, race pitfalls, and more . . .
Unambitious Loser With Happy, Fulfilling Life Still Lives In Home Town | The Onion "I’ve known Mike my whole life and he’s a good guy, but it’s pretty pathetic that he’s still living on the same street he grew up on and experiencing a deep sense of personal satisfaction,” childhood friend David Gorman said of the unaspiring, completely gratified do-nothing. “As soon as Mike graduated from college, he moved back home and started working at a local insurance firm. Now, he’s nearly 30 years old, . . .
Your mid-week dose of joy: Emma Stone lip-syncing with Jimmy Fallon
I’ve had a rough week – seems like a lot of us have? Here’s a little fun to get you through the day. . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Rebecca
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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