November 11, 2016

Link Roundup

What a week.

For some, this was one of the worst weeks of their lives. For others, it’s a jubilant time. For all, it has been a week fraught with emotion, debate, curiosity, and anticipation for what’s the come. Whatever you have on your mind or plate this weekend, we hope you have time to relax, sit, soothe your mind, and spend quality time with those you love.

This week’s roundup is going to have a special focus on the election — not the trials and tribulations, but the things we should be celebrating (there were still many successes!), the positive wins we need to share with our children, and how to get more involved in your local community. Sharing information is key.

Six women running for various offices across the country made historic firsts this week, bringing welcome diversity and female power to our national legislation. This is huge and inspiring, especially to our little girls, who deserve all the examples in the world of the wonderful, powerful, influential women they can become.

Our family is multi-racial, and we know many of yours are, too. We need to lift up ALL Americans, and show our children how we can celebrate and support of fellow citizens of color. This pledge to stand behind women of color in political and / or leadership roles is a great place to start.

Kids. Their hearts are so big, so full of love, and they always know that the simplest responses make the greatest, most heartfelt impact.

From Scary Mommy: 20 things you and your kids can do right now to spread love and tolerance.

How on earth do we explain this election cycle, and all its negative twists and turns, to our children? Even if you think they’re not old enough to process what’s happening, they’re more than certainly processing your reaction to it. Here’s how to create open and honest discussion with your kids.

Trump’s presidency is having a profound affect on minority school children. Even if your child is not a minority, educate them about the wider scope of this issue, and how they can be an ally for children who are struggling.