(Photo courtesy of Steve Russell/Toronto Star) By now you have all heard the news about little Storm, the Canadian boy or girl whose parents have decided not to reveal his/her gender after the baby was born. The parents explain their decision as an idea in support of "a tribute to freedom and choice in … Continue reading A Storm of Controversy Over Baby’s Gender (or Lack Thereof)
Author: Popculturemom
Your Child Is Not Special… To Anyone Except You, Your Friends and Family
I know, I know. You’ve read the title, and you’re already ready to rip me a new one. But hear me out.I know your child is loved. I know your child is special. But what I also know, is that this love and feeling of specialness does not extend beyond your inner circle. The same … Continue reading Your Child Is Not Special… To Anyone Except You, Your Friends and Family
Today I’m Watching… My Child
Today I was in the cafe at Target getting nachos and an Icee [I'm 21 weeks pregnant. Don't judge!] when a little girl around the age of 5 or 6 got in line behind me. She got a little impatient while the cashier was making my nachos, so she started standing and sort of bouncing … Continue reading Today I’m Watching… My Child
Taking the Pledge Against Cyber Bullying
Back in the late-80s through early-90s, I was a scrawny little, nerdy thing with braces and glasses. I had always been this way, but there was something about middle school and high school that made other children notice my puny geekiness even more. I was teased, called names, and even had a girl or two … Continue reading Taking the Pledge Against Cyber Bullying
When Tragedy Strikes, Who Gets Your Most Precious Cargo? (Modern Family)
On last night's absolutely hilarious episode of 'Modern Family' ("Someone to Watch Over Lily"), Cameron and Mitchell spied on Mitchell's family members in order to determine who would get their daughter, Lily, in the event they were both deceased ("God forbid!"). First, Mitchell and Cam went over the Mitchell's sister's Claire house. After Claire's husband, … Continue reading When Tragedy Strikes, Who Gets Your Most Precious Cargo? (Modern Family)
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