http://www.someecards.com/parenting/moms/gates-foundation-maternity-leave/ This is quite impressive. I have friends who have told me that in other countries, a parent has gotten nearly two years of paid leave per child. That's generous, but this one is especially generous since many new fathers only get an average of two weeks, if that.
Month: October 2015
“Am I Mean?”
This was the question I posed to one of my best friends the other morning when a friend said something stupid and I responded. If you make something public, don't expect intelligent people not to make a statement. It's common sense. There's a lot you can say to and in front of me. I will … Continue reading “Am I Mean?”
The Effects Of Anxiety On The Body
http://www.healthline.com/health/anxiety/effects-on-body I think this is a helpful article for anyone who struggles with any form of anxiety. I've noticed that the strongest people are the ones who are taking medication for it and/or trying to cope in the best way possible. I'm not ashamed to talk about it myself.
There Is No Single…
“There is no single-issue struggle because we do not live single-issue lives.” -Audre Lorde
Do You Remember?
Earlier this year, I accepted a new client who had never been edited before. From the start, there were problems. She couldn't follow the payment plan, which was bi-weekly. I gave her multiple opportunities to "get it right" before she did, but I didn't start working until she paid in full. Call me crazy, but … Continue reading Do You Remember?
Think Pink
Cancer has deeply affected my family on a personal level, so any time I am able to speak up about it, I will. As someone who had two breast related scares in the last year (As far as I know, I am fine.), I can only say, male or female, breast cancer can happen. If … Continue reading Think Pink
Don’t Hold Together What Must Fall Apart…
"Sometimes, right when you think your life is getting better, everything falls to pieces, and you end up right back where you started. In those moments just remember, that right when your life has fallen apart, something unexpected will come along; a new person, friend, opportunity or discovery, that will help you put the pieces … Continue reading Don’t Hold Together What Must Fall Apart…
Written by LISA MARINO-Molchanova 