What is it that drives us to anthropomorphize our pets? I suppose to some degree it’s human nature. We’ve been doing it for thousands of years, really. Many of Aesop’s fables revolved around talking animals. Most recently, think of Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland, or even Margery Williams’ The Velveteen Rabbit. I wonder about that Read More
family life
Overheard At My House #317
Diana: Is everyone ready? Child: Yessirree! Diana: I’m not a sir, I’m a ma’am. Child: Then it’s yesmaamary!
Parental Rights vs Children’s Health
When should The System step in to protect a child?
Why We Homeschool #4,852
We do it so our kids will never, ever be faced with something like this. I know it wasn’t a strip search (although those have happened before in some schools), but come on. We’re talking about 8- and 9-year-old kids. Yes, they’re capable of stealing. But a physical search is wrong, no matter what. Aside Read More
Gentle Honesty
“You know I’m having trouble with my muscles, right?” Aimee began, surprised at her own composure. Her son nodded. “Well,” she said, slowly, “Daddy’s sad because the doctor told me they’re not going to be able to help me get better.” Nicholas sat there for a moment, thinking about what his mom had said and Read More