Grab the Popcorn for Family Movie Night! "How about Shrek?" I asked my eleven-year-old son. I held up the DVD case splashed with the picture of the lovable green ogre. "Mom," he replied. "NO." "What's wrong with Shrek?" I queried. We were going through our DVDs, trying to pick G- or PG-rated movies that his class could watch on the bus during their sixth grade field trip … [Read more...]
Rejected Reproductive Health Unit Titles
The email from my son's middle school caught my eye. I opened it and read: "You are invited to come preview the lessons and teaching materials for Puberty: The Wonder Years." Puberty: The Wonder Years? What, is Kevin Arnold narrating the videos about the miraculous changes that happen to your body when Winnie Cooper walks by? Gawk! What a terrible title. Puberty and … [Read more...]
A Letter From the Coach’s Wife
What the Coach's Wife Wants You to Know I walked into the crowded locker room. I gently tapped a mom on the shoulder, who turned around. Her eyes lit up. "Heyyyyyy!" she said happily. A few other parents turned to look. I made eye contact and we exchanged knowing smiles. This was the scene last week after my ten-year-old son's hockey practice. Half the team is returning from … [Read more...]
