Tag Archives: girls

How to keep little girls, little girls a little longer

With the increasing sexualization of young girls in the media, “parents are re-examining the toddlers-and-tiaras Disney princess craze and whether little girls become little women too soon.” Short of sequestering them from the media, how do we protect our young … Continue reading

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Should the same rules apply to boys and girls?

I got into a “discussion” yesterday with my mom about this. She said that boys and girls are different and boys can say no. I said NO teacher should have sex with a student no matter what sex they are … Continue reading

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Boys vs Girls

I have a tremendous amount of respect for Joel Northrup.  He’s a home-schooled Iowa wrestler who qualified for State with the Linn-Mar Wrestling Team.  When he got to his first round, he discovered he was paired with Cassey Herkelman of … Continue reading

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Make Up for the Little Ones?

My life is now complete.  Wal*Mart is coming out with a new makeup line.  It’s called “GeoGirl”.  And it’s designed for the 8-12 crowd.  Oh, thank goodness.  Finally!  Somebody is stepping up to fill that gaping hole left in the … Continue reading

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Are Boys Wired To Be Risk-Takers?

I’ve been in discussions about this topic before but I don’t think we’ve ever talked about it here…but we may have. I know on that “other” blog, there was much to say about it. What do you think? Are boys … Continue reading

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All young girls should see this

Things aren’t always the way they appear. You don’t need sound to watch this one.

Posted in appearances, behavior, choices, differences, dove, fears, feelings, girls, life, people, self esteem, things, today's times, you tube | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Dora’s make-over

Dora is getting a make-over.  Who cares most of you are thinking right?  I think the “new” Dora is just as cute as can be.  I love the new look of her.  But it doesn’t seem like it’s really her. … Continue reading

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The tabloids!

Okay, I have an embarrassing confession to make.  I read the tabloids.  Not only do I read them, I have them delivered to my home.  Let me begin by explaining that I need to read.  Something.  Anything. Before we moved out to … Continue reading

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Lipstick

According to a news report, a certain private school in Victoria, BC recently was faced with a unique problem. A number of 12th grade girls were beginning to use lipstick and would put it on in the bathroom. That was fine, … Continue reading

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Laughing with the girls

This morning I had my dreaded hair coloring appointment.  I don’t mind going in every 5 weeks for my haircut but I just hate getting it colored.  This morning it was a little different.  We were alone for one.  Normally … Continue reading

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2 Connected By Holocaust Reunited After 63 Years

I’m not sure why I’ve always been so interested in anything and everything that has to do with the Holocaust.  But ever since I can remember, something about it really grabs me in.  I’m not sure if it’s the historical aspect … Continue reading

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Kids Korner

Do you think boys or girls have it easier?

Posted in behavior, boys, children, choices, differences, fairness, feelings, girls, growing up, kids, Kids Korner, life, people, simple questions, things, thinking, thoughts | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

Authors Favorites..Chewing gum and kissing boys

I really have to “set the scene” for this one.  My daughter in law was going out for dinner for her “once a month dinner with her friends from high school” last Fri.  My husband, youngest son, granddaughter (7 yrs), … Continue reading

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Sibling Rivalry

Do we ever outgrow sibling rivalry???  I have 4 girls and it seems like they are always questioning how much I give the other one.  Whether it’s money, attention, shopping, love, etc….They just don’t ever stop.  I feel like I … Continue reading

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Cutting Watermelon

I was taught many, many things from my mother in law.  Without her teaching, I wouldn’t have had the first idea how to cook or even do laundry for that matter.  One of the things she taught me was with … Continue reading

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