Back in the 90s in my corporate days, my boss always talked about our “emotional intelligence.” He droned on and on about how our “EQ” was more important than our IQ. It sounded like corporate training mumbo jumbo back then, mostly because there was no direction to help us … [Read more...] about Aspen Institute’s Commission on Social , Emotional, Academic Development Has the Answers
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How Will My Sons Remember Me?
I’m afraid my sons won’t remember me as a good mom. Or a happy mom. Their sharp memories, the kind that stick around through therapy into adulthood, are being cemented now. They’ll remember me as a stressed out yeller. My fuse is commensurate to my height...short. I am admittedly … [Read more...] about How Will My Sons Remember Me?
Another Teenager in the House – Happy Birthday, Deal!
My Darling Deal, The world is a flurry of shambles right now. I hate having to explain all the insightful and difficult questions you bring home. I don’t have answers to most of the topics you raise. The age of Trump has in many ways robbed you of your childhood and tender … [Read more...] about Another Teenager in the House – Happy Birthday, Deal!
ENOUGH. Again.
We should drop off our sons and daughters at high school and hope that the principal doesn't call. Instead we hope that our child doesn't call in frightened whispers from under a desk. Our sons and daughters should go to school and try to snag a seat next to the cute boy or … [Read more...] about ENOUGH. Again.
Giving Tuesday & My Favorite Little Charity
On this Giving Tuesday, I’d like to share why the Cecilia Rawlins Fund (CRF) is so dear to me. I dedicate my time by serving on its board and donate money to support its mission. CRF helps nourish children at Wiley Elementary School by funding the weekly Backpack Buddies program … [Read more...] about Giving Tuesday & My Favorite Little Charity
Party Over Principles is Shameful
To everyone who places party over principles and politics over people, I ask you this... What do you say to the children who have been abused and molested? What do you say to the survivors of abuse? Can you look them in the eye and tell them that you care more about seats in the … [Read more...] about Party Over Principles is Shameful
From the Mouths of Babes to the Mouths of the Hungry
North Carolina is facing a crisis. Our childhood hunger rates hover around 1 in 3 or 1 in 4, depending on the county. That's higher than the national average. There are amazing people and organizations in the trenches of government making sense of policy and legislation to ensure … [Read more...] about From the Mouths of Babes to the Mouths of the Hungry