Children's literature abounds with books full of strong males, so much so that I actually get excited when a new book comes out showcasing a strong female just for the fact that there s a strong female in the book. It shouldn't be that way. Our species has a general 1:1 gender ratio, changing a... Continue Reading →
Welcome to the Taboo Carnival. Our topic this Fall is I LOVE YOU BUT I DON’T ALWAYS LIKE YOU! This post was written for inclusion in the quarterly Taboo Carnival hosted by Momma Jorje and Hybrid Rasta Mama. This month our participants reflect on the concept of loving versus liking our children and their behaviors.... Continue Reading →
Welcome to the November 2012 Carnival of Natural Parenting: Family Service Projects This post was written for inclusion in the monthly Carnival of Natural Parenting hosted by Code Name: Mama and Hobo Mama. This month our participants have written about what service means in their families. *** When we think of community service, we tend... Continue Reading →
Later today, I will be headed to the polls...with four kids in tow. Some may think I'm crazy. The line to vote may be long. There are never any other children there. Yet, every single election, I head down the street with my children. Sometimes, like tomorrow, my husband joins us and we go as... Continue Reading →
This election season has been fraught with meaningful conversations with our children. Last week, a conversation between my children about political parties ensued. I wasn't party to this particular discussion, but I was privy to listening to it. Discussion about what they thought of the different political parties turned into a conversation about which political party they... Continue Reading →
living peacefully with children 