Tag Archives: LGBTQ

My Son as Reese Witherspoon as Elle Woods

Posted on October 30, 2014 by raisingmyrainbow

“What are you going to be for Halloween?” one of my son’s male classmates asked him today. I waited nervously to see what C.J. would say. “A lawyer,” he replied. I smiled. My son was spinning the truth. I’m in … Continue reading →

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The Scariest Monster My Son Can Think Of

Posted on October 28, 2014 by raisingmyrainbow

I hope you guys are ready for some serious spookiness, because in C.J’s class they were given a Mad Libs style story about a monster. They had to dream up the scariest monster they could imagine and fill in the … Continue reading →

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C.J. Returns To Palm Springs…Finally

Posted on October 22, 2014 by raisingmyrainbow

Since his first trip there in May of 2011, Palm Springs has been C.J.’s favorite destination. He refers to it fondly as the “the place with the rainbow flags.” We kept C.J. away from his town for much too long. So, a … Continue reading →

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Friday Fodder: Bid On Me Edition

Posted on October 17, 2014 by raisingmyrainbow

Okay, I try not to ask for much. But, here I am asking for something. I am on the board of the Orange County Equality Coalition’s School Compliance Task Force. Which is a long away of saying that I’m part … Continue reading →

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C.J.’s Glitter Glitter Fashion Show

Posted on October 8, 2014 by raisingmyrainbow

C.J.’s favorite thing to do right now it put on elaborate fashion shows. Each one takes days of concentration and preparation. Some days he can hardly focus and sit still long enough to complete his second grade homework, but he … Continue reading →

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Should I Start School As A Boy Or A Girl?

Posted on September 11, 2014 by raisingmyrainbow

Back to school is a notoriously tough season for us. It’s not because we have to wake up and get going earlier than we did all summer (which, yes, sucks). And, it’s not because our days (once again) become dominated … Continue reading →

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Friday Fodder: I Am Jazz, CNN Edition

Posted on August 29, 2014 by raisingmyrainbow

I Am Jazz:  The children’s book I Am Jazz will be released in a few days (Sept. 4). Preorder your copy today. I Am Jazz is the story of a transgender child based on the real-life experience of Jazz Jennings, … Continue reading →

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What’s Trending Now (According To My 7-Year-Old Son)

Posted on August 20, 2014 by raisingmyrainbow

Tie-Dyed Underwear: Yes, you read that right. Now, I’ve tie-dyed a lot of things in my life, but never my underwear. This was all my friend Marie’s doing. She knows that C.J. often has mixed feelings about his underwear. He no longer wants … Continue reading →

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My Son: Wigging Out

Posted on August 6, 2014 by raisingmyrainbow

C.J.’s birthday is six months away, so – naturally — he thinks it’s time to start planning his party. Last year we celebrated with lunch, shopping and pierced ears for his doll at the American Girl store in Los Angeles. … Continue reading →

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Every Voice Can Be Powerful No Matter Its Volume

Posted on July 10, 2014 by raisingmyrainbow

PFLAG Moms come in all shapes, sizes, colors, personalities, temperaments and advocacy styles. One of my all-time favorite PFLAG Moms, Lisa, has a personality and advocacy style that are quiet, gentle, kind and steady. She’s an elementary school teacher near … Continue reading →

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