The Carnival as Life’s Metaphor
When I was a kid, I used to love when the traveling carnivals would stop and pitch their rides and tents…
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Holiday Watch: A Christmas Story
What child can’t relate to the problem posed in A Christmas Story: Ralphie Parker wants a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. He commits himself to the quest of getting his beloved present despite life tossing numerous obstacles in his path.
Read more...Coping With the Bullies ‘Is Part of Growing Up’, Says Child Expert | Mail Online
While I think the author is a wee bit cavalier with modern bullying, that doesn’t invalidate the premise. I do think that …
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The Confused Weird Kid
You know that weird kid you knew back in school? Well…I was that kid. I didn’t mean to be the weird kid, that was just how it was. Of course, if I’m being honest, I don’t think I ever really grew out of it.
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Was It Easier Being a Kid?
I was watching some children in the neighborhood playing. Some were doing something with a ball. Others (this was weird) were sitting at the curb texting. Now, while I’m happy that they are apparently at least somewhat literate, at least enough for texting, I couldn’t help but wonder if something gets lost?
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