Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood
TO MY MIND, THOUGH, there is a third development that has altered our parenting experience above all others, and that is the wholesale transformation of the child’s role, both in the home and in society. Since the end of World War II, childhood has been completely redefined. Today, we work hard to shield children from life’s hardships. But througho... See more
Jennifer Senior • All Joy and No Fun: The Paradox of Modern Parenthood
I said, “Son, these are our people.” He said, “These are our people? Is this today?” He could not wrap his eight-year-old mind around it. He began to weep because he could not reconcile the idea of slavery in today’s age.
Eric Mason • Woke Church: An Urgent Call for Christians in America to Confront Racism and Injustice
Think of all the love poured into him. Think of the tuitions for Montessori and music lessons. Think of the gasoline expended, the treads worn carting him to football games, basketball tournaments, and Little League. Think of the time spent regulating sleepovers. Think of the surprise birthday parties, the daycare, and the reference checks on babys
... See moreTa-Nehisi Coates • Between the World and Me
To this day, I don’t remember what official consequence was meted out for our infractions, but I do remember this: My mom was protected. And she was protected because my dad loved.