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| Published: January 31, 2008, 3:14 pm |
| Tags: 18yrs grownup, attitude mindset |
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As I've mentioned ad nauseum, one of the things I appreciate most about the conversation here at Parent Hacks is the just-about-equal participation by moms and dads. I find the gender-neutral quality of the conversation here refreshing -- and eye-opening. As a mother, I've stumbled upon ways to create community with other moms, but it has always been harder to find a community of parents, despite knowing tons of fantastic dads who want to and are willing to talk about parenting (including my own husband). Like it or not, there's still a gender divide (and not much modeling either) when it comes to getting beyond "You gettin' any sleep? No? Me either." The challenge of finding these sorts of connections offline seem less of an issue online. Some of the most telling glimpses I've ever had into the mind and experience of The Dad have happened reading fatherhood-related blogs. You likely already know them -- Sweet Juniper, Laid-Off Dad, Dad Gone Mad, Flagrant Disregard, MetroDad, and [ Full article ] |
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