Tag Archives: family culture

Thinking about democracy & the dinner table

Posted on December 12, 2015 by fearlessanalyst

“This is what has to change,” my brain whispered to me one morning.  I had wakened up remembering a dinner the night before, when ten of us managed to eat and drink too much for a whole evening without ever discussing the … Continue reading →

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Moms + family cultures

Posted on May 12, 2013 by fearlessanalyst

This being Mother’s Day, I posted a photo of my Mom on Facebook.  I found myself remembering mothers I once knew.  Of course, we’re talking about the Father-Knows-Best/Ozzie-and-Harriet era, when moms were always there for you, always had wise answers … Continue reading →

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