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Prince Charming E-mailed My Son

Posted on February 17, 2011 by raisingmyrainbow

C.J. has received an e-mail from Prince Charming.  Yes, THE Prince Charming.  They had been going back and forth (with me, C.J.’s Mom, playing the part of loyal typist and secretary) since just before our big birthday trip to Disneyland. … Continue reading →

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Only 63% of People Think it’s Okay for Boys to Play with Barbies

Posted on February 10, 2011 by raisingmyrainbow

On Wednesday, on the “fourth hour” of the Today show, hosts Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb discussed Dr. Phil’s opinion that boys should not play with girl toys.  While Kathie Lee and Hoda disagreed with Dr. Phil, not all of their … Continue reading →

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Dr. Phil Wants to Make My Son Cry

Posted on February 7, 2011 by raisingmyrainbow

Dr. Phil is on my shit list.  Here’s why.  His advice on parenting a boy who likes to play with girl toys and wear girl clothes?  Don’t let him. Get your best Texas twang ready, because here are his words … Continue reading →

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Yeah, But Dr. Phil’s Boys Like to Marry Barbies, Not Play With Them…

Posted on February 5, 2011 by raisingmyrainbow

Super interesting read and makes this mama sad.  I’m off to ponder this over mojitos by the beach…. What Does Dr. Phil Think Parents Should Do When Their Sons Play With Barbies? Take Away The Barbies.   Read more: http://www.queerty.com/what-does-dr-phil-think-parents-should-do-when-their-sons-play-with-barbies-take-away-the-barbies-20110205/#ixzz1D87gRLtr … Continue reading →

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The Boy Who Cried Fabulous

Posted on January 27, 2011 by raisingmyrainbow

When Uncle Uncle comes to visit he always arrives bearing gifts; beautifully wrapped gifts, because – after all — merchandising and appearance are everything. One of the favorites, by far, is the book The Boy Who Cried Fabulous written by … Continue reading →

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Falling Off the Boy Toy Wagon Into Girl Toy Heaven

Posted on January 24, 2011 by raisingmyrainbow

It was like watching somebody come alive, watching a flower bloom, watching a rainbow cross the sky. It was the day C.J. discovered Barbie. Back story: Uncle Uncle and I had a bad Barbie addiction as children. It was tough … Continue reading →

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A Boy Wants a Doll: Father Grows Uncomfortable When Son Challenges Gender Stereotypes

Posted on January 21, 2011 by raisingmyrainbow

Tonight on “What Would You Do?” (ABC at 9 p.m.) the show sets up a scenario at a toy store and sends in actors to see what people will say when a father struggles with the thought of buying a doll for … Continue reading →

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Toe Rings for Pa’s 63rd Birthday

Posted on January 20, 2011 by raisingmyrainbow

It was Pa’s 63rdbirthday, which always necessitates a big hoopla because Pa is one of those people who L-O-V-E-S his birthday.  I’m the opposite by the way. Any-who, Nana Grab Bags is happy to accommodate and fulfill Pa’s fantasies of … Continue reading →

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