I'm usually not one to dwell on negative comments here but I wanted to address this one because I think it's important. I used to bristle at the term "white privilege" too. I did a lot of reading and learning, and I shared some of that in my book ((which you can order here) and wanted to share some of that here, for anyone struggling with this idea. Here's an excerpt: "I initially heard the phrase “white privilege” in my twenties. I didn’t like it. How could I be privileged? I paid . . .
Touristy | On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from August 2009.
On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from August 2009. My sister, her husband, and their 15-month-old daughter have been visiting with us this week. It has been so great to have them out - it's been way too long. The last time they came out was right after I had India (when I took a road trip to Vegas with a 4-week-old. 'Cause I like to keep it classy like that). This was a much more mellow trip, although we are all a bit sleep deprived. My three kids shared a room while they . . .
Black Voices Who Have Shaped Us + Redefining “Perfect” with Glennon Doyle | Selfie Episode 131
Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio Kristen and Roo are talking about the murder of George Floyd and learning to be better allies, and are sharing some of the black voices that have helped shape their views. We are also talking with Glennon Doyle about letting go of expectations and redefining "perfect", and her new book Untamed. In this episode we talk about: The Condemnation of Blackness: Race, Crime, and the Making of Modern Urban America, With a New . . .
Wednesday’s Child: 12-Year-Old Kenzie
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 . . .
Life Lately
People love to say that racism has to be taught. I'm not so sure anymore. I think we are swimming in a racist environment and kids pick up on it because it's all around us. One thing I do know: antiracism has to be taught. We need to be intentional. And it needs to be an ongoing dialogue. View this post on Instagram Being antiracist should not depend on your political party. But we cannot change things until we refuse to elect . . .
Friday Finds: For Him
KettlePizza Deluxe Charcoal Pizza Oven Kit Glass Decanter & Whisky Glasses Set Wood Backgammon Board Game Set Jack Black- Beard Grooming Kit Camp: Stories and Itineraries for Sleeping Under the Stars Cuisinart Wooden Handle Tool Set Splash Tunes Pro (Charcoal Grey) Bluetooth Shower Speaker Soft Pretzel and Beer Cheese Making Kit Farm Steady Collapsible Cooler Bag . . .
That’s What SHE Said with Glennon Doyle, author of Untamed
Glennon and I are chatting about rewriting the narrative around "perfection", parenting in a pandemic, and more. You can find Glennon's book here and Rage Against the Minivan here. . . .
Beach day| On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from August 2009.
On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from August 2009. . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Meet Aiden
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 . . .
Living with Uncertainty and Letting Go of Outcomes with Brit Barron | Selfie Episode 130
Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio We talk with Brit Barron about learning to live with fear and uncertainty, and letting go of the need to control outcomes. Kristen and Roo discuss the things they’ve let go of during quarantine, and how priorities have shifted. In this episode we also talk about: Worth It: Overcome Your Fears and Embrace the Life You Were Made For Swaddle Designs Face Masks (kid sizes and designs) Dead to Me Lauren . . .
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