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The Olympic Debate: What to do if You Can’t Shake Hands?
I recently read an article about the upcoming Summer Olympics. It said that British athletes have been advised not to shake hands with other players or dignitaries at the London Olympic Games for fear that they will pick up an illness and lose the opportunity to win a medal in the games.
Moms, Kids and Sex
The most important woman in my life (rest in peace, mom) never talked to me – or my two sisters or my brother – about sex. Zilch about menstruation, pubic hair, hormones, intercourse or conception. We snuck our tampons, bras, and birth control into the house like Cold War spies. It was a surreal way to go through adolesc
Conflicting Emotions Over Joe Paterno’s Legacy
The death of the longtime college football coach Joe Paterno has left many with conflicted emotions. Some would only like to think of all the good he has done in his life.
Talking to Your Ex Before Bringing Home a New Boyfriend
Everyone has their own ideas about parenting, and when it comes to mixing dating with co-parenting, the lines become even more blurry.
My Son’s Parade Experience
My son marched in his first parade this past weekend. The Montrose/Glendale area in California hosts an annual Holiday/Christmas parade in their “old town” section. It is generally a “local” event that features high school bands, local community service groups, and even a politician or two. Santa flies over the parade in a helicopter (Santa’s a big hit!).