Category: Parenting
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Raising boys in Melut, South Sudan
When I read the Fader’s blog from South Sudan I am always encouraged by the joy and vivacity which marks their lives. They live in the new South Sudan, a place most people would refuse to take their family simply because all they know about Sudan is what they’ve heard on the news. If…
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Philosophy of Travel – an interview
Last week I had the privilege of being interviewed by Elise of Global From Home. I’m continually encouraged by her frequent posts reminding me that I can have an international mindset and be open to other cultures even if I’m unable to travel as often as I’d like. What does being global from home mean?…
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Taxpayer payback – toddler in the cockpit
As my daughter waited for her turn in the cockpit of the helicopter, I chatted lightly with the crew member monitoring the area. “How long does it take you to put all the switches back and get it ready to fly again?” “Quite a few hours. And there were only two things I really didn’t…
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The great American summer
Summer is nearing its end. For you summerphiles aghast that I should mention this – after all, summer is not technically over until September 22 in the northern hemisphere – I must tell you that I anticipate all seasons equally. Perhaps pumpkin spice latte season more equally. . . Anyhow, here are five activities that…
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The art of acquiring a taste for vegetables. . . and art
Developing a taste for art is like developing a taste for broccoli. I used to receive weekly emails telling me about my baby’s stages of development. One of those emails from the “experts” told me it can take babies up to 15 tries of one food before they acquire a taste for it. Fifteen! Fortunately,…
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art museum. toddler. security guard with acute apprehension.
I didn’t grow up frequenting art museums. For one, there weren’t that many in our local area (various African cities). For another, if they weren’t free, I’m sure my parents weren’t going to fork over the cash for five kids to run down the halls, screaming to see how loud it would echo. Last month…
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Miraculous provision in Pompeii
As all parents who leave the confines of their home with their toddlers are well aware, adequate facilities are not always available for taking care of necessities. Many a parent can relate an experience where they were forced to change a diaper with the baby squirming on their quads, squat-leaning against a bathroom wall. …
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