Talking Turkey: Gender Roles

She arrived the day before Thanksgiving after a two-day road trip from Chico, CA. The long drive in the rain had taken it’s toll and even though she was tired, she was never too tired for a good debate. We were discussing our plans for Turkey Day in the kitchen and the conversation somehow turned [...]

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How to and How Not To…

Braces and bandanas adorned my oldest daughter during much of her sixth and seventh grade years. She has the most amazingly beautiful curly red hair, but try telling that to a budding adolescent with metal on her teeth. As with all first-born children, we learn how to be parents with them and make most of [...]

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Talking to Girls About Sex

“Mom, do we really have to TALK about THIS?!?” They all respond the same way. Resistance and embarrassment, with a touch of fright. But, I insist. “Yes, we really have to talk about this. I’d rather have a conversation, but, if you are that uncomfortable, then you can just listen.” I take my girls on [...]

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