We strive to set a good example, to teach you what you need to know, to guide you on your path from childhood through adolescence and into adulthood. But what we forget is that there is so much that YOU teach us. Don’t worry; this isn’t going to be one of those letters. You know […]
It’s never too early to treat girls like complete people with personalities, interests, needs, and feelings. Compliments given to girls often center on their looks and little else. Hearing about looks more than other aspects can leave the nuances of women’s individuality unacknowledged and under-appreciated. Ironically, giving young girls and women praise only for their […]
Enough with this sexist stereotype. The majority of my experiences with girls and women has been positive, even life affirming. In 1988, when I was in eighth grade, I contracted an eye infection and wasn’t able to wear my contact lenses. At the time, my eyeglass lenses were inches thick—just like the proverbial Coke bottles—and […]
Sure, it’s difficult to remain cool and collected at your kid’s sporting event. But some parents today take it to the next level. My 18-year old-daughter was active in sports throughout her childhood and now is on the club swimming team at her college. My high school freshman son has swum for most of his life […]
