Links Post

Last updated on: July 15, 2013 at 9:23 am by Kellie "Red"

Links Post 2013-07-15T09:23:30-06:00 Kellie "Red"

LOGO Patheos Explore the world's faith through different perspectives on religion and spirituality! Patheos has the views of the prevalent religions and spiritualities of the world.

1. So I thought this was really interesting —

More or less every week, a stranger informs me that I’m a “hero” for taking care of my kids while their mother, my wife, is at work making the money that we require to continue living in the manner to which we are accustomed.

Never in my life has anyone put the word “hero” anywhere near my name, and at first I was delighted that all these people were so impressed with me. Then I noticed that a lot of people also often referred to me baby-sitting my kids, too. The implication was that it was baby-sitting when I had the kids, but when Jen had them she was merely being a mother.

It goes without saying that when Jen was with the kids for her six months, no one ever stopped her in the grocery store to tell her she was a hero.

The author seems to think which parent stays home is just about economics, and I disagree with that. I think it is part of the equation, but not the entire picture. Men and women are unique, and each marriage will work differently with regard to what child-care and career choices the family makes. Economics will be a part of this decision, but it isn’t the sole concern, and sometimes isn’t even the primary concern. But otherwise, I thought this was very interesting, and really highlights that the mommy wars are really about the choices moms are making, and how no matter what we choose, in the eyes of others, it can be a lose/lose. I think we all need to stop caring so much about what other people think and start just doing what is best for our kids and our family.

2. And then there was this brilliant piece about parenting and pinterest and how we can avoid having whiny kids —How to Raise A Kid Who Isn’t Whiny and Annoying—

(A)s a parent, it begins with me. I set the limits. The tooth fairy only brings a quarter. There is no adjustment for inflation. Your birthday cake will probably always come from the store, as will your Valentine’s cards for school…Your food won’t be all organic. Yes, I used formula. Walk to school. There is no second breakfast or special dinner for you. I don’t do grocery cart covers or antiseptic wipes. I don’t care if that kid took your toy, get it back yourself, that’s street justice. I don’t care if the neighbor sneezed on you, the flu happens. Time out occurs at anytime or anywhere, so be on alert. This is where we begin.

Brilliant! I’m not sure how I missed this back in May, but it was a very enjoyable read. Enjoy!

Miscellaneous

Uncategorized

Previous Post

July 12, 2013

J-Dawg in the House!

Next Post

July 16, 2013 ...To thriving

Browse Our Archives

Select a Category Builders' Favorite Posts Children Education & Homeschool Food and Nutrition Health Home Organization Inside Our Inbox Keeping It Real Liturgical Seasons Marriage Miscellaneous Motherhood and Parenting Nature and the Environment NFP and Fertility Politics and Current Events Pregnancy Recipes Spiritual Life The Catholic Church Thoughts for Thursday Uncategorized

Select a Month April 2015 December 2014 November 2014 October 2014 September 2014 August 2014 July 2014 June 2014 May 2014 April 2014 March 2014 February 2014 January 2014 December 2013 November 2013 October 2013 September 2013 August 2013 July 2013 June 2013 May 2013 April 2013 March 2013 February 2013 January 2013 December 2012 November 2012 October 2012 September 2012 August 2012 July 2012 June 2012 May 2012 April 2012 March 2012 February 2012 January 2012 December 2011 November 2011 October 2011 September 2011 August 2011 July 2011 June 2011 May 2011 April 2011 March 2011 February 2011 January 2011 December 2010 November 2010 October 2010 September 2010 August 2010 July 2010 June 2010 May 2010 April 2010 March 2010 February 2010 January 2010 December 2009 November 2009 October 2009 September 2009 August 2009 July 2009 June 2009 May 2009 April 2009 March 2009 February 2009 January 2009 December 2008 November 2008 October 2008 September 2008 August 2008 July 2008 June 2008 May 2008 April 2008 March 2008 February 2008 January 2008

TAKE THE

Religious Wisdom Quiz

What does "Genesis" mean?

Select your answer to see how you score.

Law History Origin or beginning Wisdom