She came into the world all bright lights, rush of cold, her own screams ringing in her ears. Large hands pulled her, she heard a snip, then experienced the blessed relief of her mother's arms. She heard that familiar voice soothing her cries and calmness overcame her. She filled … [Read more...]
Rage Against the Patriarchy: Channeling My Daughter’s Frustration with Media into New Stories
Why is there always just one girl? Why are boys always the main character? Why is it always "for girls" if it has more girls than boys? And the questions begin. You know, the ones you are glad and sad that your daughter is asking all at once? The kind that mean she is … [Read more...]