Over a month of pleading and well-timed compliments of my "sparkly ear jewelry," and our four-year-old daughter had sent a clear message: she wanted her ears pierced. I mused about it on Facebook, hoping for tips and reputable places, though the surprising backlash by some gave me pause...and ... » Learn More about To the woman who refused to pierce my daughter’s ears
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A Lesson in Gender Fluidity or Tolerance?
When I began my teaching career, I had the benefit of working alongside one of the most brilliant, forward-thinking minds to ever grace a classroom. My mentor and pal, Beth, lives to challenge her students to think, and from her passion transpired an opportunity to move them beyond reading and ... » Learn More about A Lesson in Gender Fluidity or Tolerance?
Daddy Eye Candy
Before I was betrothed to Zach, I used to look for a certain "something" in potential suitors: a nice smile, kind eyes, and I've always loved a man in a watch. What? It's my fantasy, lay off. If you had told me 10 years ago that a man rocking a wedding band, totting two kids down the cereal ... » Learn More about Daddy Eye Candy
Kiss and Go
At my son's Kindergarten orientation, the principal put a name to the thing I've reluctantly been doing for the past three years: in order for my kid to be successful in independent endeavors, I've had no choice but to kiss and go. I don't like the quick embrace and the quicker release; I would love ... » Learn More about Kiss and Go
When Your Kid Drops An F-Bomb
He danced in the fresh air, arms stretched upward to the spring sunshine, elated to be outdoors with his favorite person: me. My four-year-old relished our one-on-one time; when his younger sister napped, he got Mom all to himself. And on this day, he requested we head outside for a game of ... » Learn More about When Your Kid Drops An F-Bomb