Last night, as part of her usual “settle down for bedtime” routine, my daughter asked for Sprout and wished aloud that it be time for Caillou. It was. It never fails; it’s always time for Caillou. Allow me to get this out of the way right now. I genuinely, very strongly dislike the pint-sized complainer. I can’t think … continue »
There is a wealth of data on the power of play and the difference unstructured play can make in the health and well-being of a child. The rising number of children suffering from obesity, ADHD and depression is alarming. Want to learn more about the power of play? Check out the play studies and research at … continue »
If you know me, you know I don’t believe in applying repressive gender roles to my daughter. She and I were shopping yesterday when I noticed two baby boomers staring at her. More specifically, they were staring at her ensemble. My girl was wearing light pink corduroy pants with a pattern of sparkling gems at … continue »
On October 9th, Malala Yousafzai, a 14 year-old girl in Pakistan, was brutally shot in the head by the Taliban simply because she wanted to go to school. The world witnessed her standing up for 32 million girls around the world who are denied their right to an education every day. Today, the world is … continue »
When I found out during week 20 of my second pregnancy that I was having a girl, I was over the moon. I remember repeating over and over to myself, “I’m going to have a daughter.” And during the first four years of my daughter’s life, I often found myself repeating, still amazed, “I have … continue »
I’m beyond thrilled and honored to be selected a member of Global Team of 200. I couldn’t fulfill this commitment successfully if not for the unconditional friendship and encouragement I receive from all of you. Thank you. Your support means the world. Are you familiar with the World Food Programme (WFP)? WFP (World Food Programme) is the food aid arm of … continue »
Do you ever wonder if your children feel your love? I mean really feel it. Often when I look at one of mine, I wonder if they can feel the swell of my heart at that moment. Okay, so my 17 year-old scary-teenage-know-it-all son isn’t thinking about how I love him when I’m in his … continue »
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