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When was the last time you made paper doll chains?

Community Editor — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 17:51:34 -0700

emily.delphi is one of our most popular bloggers because she offers relevant information and creative activities. We're always checking-in for more information.

Her latest post explains the details involved with making paper doll chains. Check-out what she has to say, and maybe give it a try.

Things you will need:

Some cardboard or hard paper
A pair of scissors
Pen, crayons, markers, and color pencils
Glue

The ethics of sperm donation - A BioNews commentary by John Milbank

Donor Conceived — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 11:48:08 -0700

The ethics of sperm donation
A BioNews commentary by John Milbank, Centre of Theology & Philosophy, University of Nottingham, UK
19 June 2009. http://www.bionews.org.uk/commentary.lasso?storyid=4407

"Should donators of sperm remain anonymous? Some people say yes, others say no. But most assume that the argument is in principle resolvable if we can apply the right principles in relation to accurate evidence.

Bee stings in kids

emily.delphi — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 03:25:06 -0700

Kids are smart enough to avoid wasps, bees, snakes, scorpions, and most venomous creatures. But every once in a while, a run in with a bee occurs. Usually, there is no real call for alarm, other than to soothe the surprise and sting. While most kids aren’t allergic, there are some things to watch out for and do if your child is stung.

1. Look for the stinger, a black dot right in the center of the sting. If it’s there, remove it as soon as possible, using a tweezers, or even the flat end of a credit card to pull it out like a splinter. Wash the wound with soap and water.

Is a child a want or a need or a biological imperative? (re: donor conception/surrogacy/adoption)

Donor Conceived — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:46:32 -0700

There was a note worthy exchange between Theresa M. Erickson, Attorney (www.EricksonLaw.net) and Ian Robinson (President of the Rationalist Society of Australia http://www.rationalist.com.au/office.htm) on Theresa Erickson's blog on Proud Parenting (http://www.proudparenting.com/node/3160#comments)

Specifically:
**THERESA ERICKSON wrote in her post:
“We understand that the need for a child is not a want or a need, it is a biological imperative!” states Theresa M. Erickson, Attorney.

**IAN ROBINSON responded in the comment section:

Kristine W: Wonder Woman, Mother and Gay Icon

Jeff — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:27:28 -0700

Dance Diva. Beauty Queen. Vegas Showgirl. Gay Icon. Kristine W’s high energy music, soulful vocals, and live shows have been prominent features at gay clubs and pride events ever since her first worldwide hit "Feel What You Want." While preparing for performances at an HRC Gala Dinner and HIV/AIDS fundraiser Broadway Bares, Kristine spoke with us about her acclaimed new album, “The Power of Music.”

Grieving: Paris, Prince, and Blanket viewed their father's body

Jeff — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:08:27 -0700

Matt Lauer visited Neverland Ranch for an interview with Michael Jackson's older brother Jermaine on the Today show.

The most interesting part of the interview was the discussion about a viewing of the body by Michael's children.

msnbc.com reports: Jermaine explains that a hospital therapist thought it best that Prince, Paris and Blanket see their father's dead body so they could understand what had happened.

Dad's Guide to Raising Kids - Teaching Children Table Manners

emily.delphi — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:36:47 -0700

Teaching table manners to toddlers may seem like a futile endeavor when you can’t even get them to sit still at the table. However, it has been observed that spoons and forks tend to give toddlers a ‘handle’ on the situation and eventually orient their attention properly towards their meals.

The introduction of table manners at an early age is essential and the implements with which you introduce your children to a proper eating experience will go a long way in making it all possible. So start off by buying the right kind of cutlery.

Make sure to buy:

Landmark beneficiary decision for Colorado gay families

Jeff — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:54:58 -0700

Unmarried couples have new rights in Colorado. All unmarried couples can enter into what is called “designated beneficiary agreement” allowing them many of the rights given to legal husbands and wives that surround financial and emergency medical decisions.

Designated beneficiaries in Colorado

Todduscraig — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:05:19 -0700

July 1, 2009

Today marks the first day that unmarried or same sex couples can file to be designated beneficiaries in the state of Colorado. Thanks to our legislature and governor, we can now receive a number of important rights to grant to the person of our choice including:

Property transfer

Designated beneficiary for life insurance, trusts, pension plans,and retirement plans

Hospital visitation

Medical decisions

Organ donations

Workman's comp benefits.

Houston gay dads celebrate their family

Jeff — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:53:57 -0700

Chron.com does a great job profiling a delightful family in Sugar Land - a suburb of Houston.

Austin and Bill [fathers of Ava, 7, and Elijah, 6] met at an Oakland [CA] health club in 2002. Austin tells Chron that "the two fell into domestication almost immediately and in April 2004 made it official with a domestic partnership".