This seems backward
The public health region has begun, in the recent past, to provide vaccines for Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) (or would that be ‘provide vaccines against HPV’?). HPV is a communicable…
children
Happy-making
The Captain phoned me at work today. I saw the number come up on my phone, and so I answered with: “WHO IS THIS?” He said, after a brief pause:…
Things I Do Not Need
So. I am having two Minor Conflicts. One: One set of Grandparents seems to think The Captain needs a cell phone. I do not want The Captain to have…
Future Schmucher
This shocking attack ad on 8 year old Penelope was released yesterday, as the Ontario election debate continues. More links: Penelope4Ontario.ca
Mother Who Dressed Toddler As Prostitute Wants To Donate Dress Profits To Anti-Abortion Organization
Who would dress their child as a prostitute? A “pro-lifer” of course. Wendy Dickey, the mother of Paisley, who wore the now-famous “Pretty Woman” prostitute costume during the Queen of…
Addiction to Oil: A Parent’s Call To Action
Dr. Sarah Warren is psychologist and addictions expert who understands our addiction to oil and how to go into “recovery.” She appreciates what it takes to move from denial to…
Next Election, Vote For Penelope
More links: Penelope4Ontario
Three Things Every Casual Cyclist Should Know
While I am by no means an expert, as a serious cyclist there are some things I have noticed that I would like to share with my readers, some of…
Angles and Corners
These boys are all skinny legs and large, awkward feet. You see the way they stand and listen to their coaches, and you see glimpses of the men they will…
Canada’s own Casey Anthony trial, except that this guy’s guilty beyond a reasonable doubt!
I thought it a travesty that no clear evidence to either exonerate or convict Casey Anthony was ever produced by the prosecution. In a case that involved the death of…
Tent-caterpillar
He’s just a baby now, you said, holding the fuzzy blue-and-black caterpillar on your hand. When he touches me it’s like little tickles, his baby feet and fingers are soft.…
The Handmaids Tale Dystopia Meets Reality
April Reign This story is both a horrific example of the human trafficking going on in the world and a warning as to what could happen to women should the…
serotonin uplift
I brought children into this dark world because it needed the light that only a child can bring. ~Liz ArmbrusterIt seems that with all the problems that happen as they…