Yes, I agree that all lives matter. But in the wake of the things happened to black people in this country, it's a little insensitive to say that all lives matter is an appropriate response. I'm not quite sure why when I grieve for the black men & women killed unjustly, I'm looked at as biased for expressing that #blacklivesmatter. It's hard for me to not be biased. I am a black woman and I have 3 black brothers, a black father, and black male friends. … [Read more...]
The Joys & Challenges of Raising (Little) Girls
I love having daughters. I always wanted a sister (and didn't get one) so this is the next best thing. I feel like I was meant to do this. However, there are definite joys & challenges to raising little girls. Growing up in a home dominated by testosterone, I've been on a learning curve raising daughters. As I walk through the grocery store, I often get smiles as people compliment me. And then comes the dreaded, " You have two girls. You sure are going to … [Read more...]