Parent:Wise Austin - 2009-11

The Dream Child: Our Journey Through Foster Care

Brian J. Stankiewicz — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:50:17 +0000

By:

Janice Spence

Like many young women, I dreamed of having my own children. But my topsy-turvy world caused me to put it off for a long time.

What’s Really Important

Brian J. Stankiewicz — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:30:57 +0000

By:

Kim Pleticha

Editor’s Note
November 2009

What’s Really Important

Brian J. Stankiewicz — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:29:52 +0000

By:

Kim Pleticha

On Oct. 15, 2009, the nation stood still as a weather balloon drifted across Colorado, ostensibly with a six-year-old boy trapped inside.

The Secret Life of Mrs. Clean A Thanksgiving Tale

Brian J. Stankiewicz — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:46:33 +0000

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Michele Ranard

Two years have passed since I cleaned the inside of my refrigerator. I am not lazy. I just think perhaps I’ve earned the maternal right to a certain measure of filth.

Like the basement.

About:

Michele Ranard secretly smiles when her guests call her Mrs. Clean. She does love a tidy nest, even if that doesn't happen everyday. She is the mother of teenagers, a professional counselor, and a freelance writer with a funny blog @ micheleranard.blogspot.com.

Baby’s First Steps

Brian J. Stankiewicz — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:55:21 +0000

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Alice Held

“I've had a baby!" my mother exclaimed happily, following the judge's adoption pronouncement on Friday, February 6, 2009 that formally made me her daughter.

About:

Alice Held placed out of foster care in 1990 at the age of 18 and went on to earn a business degree from Texas Tech University in 1997. She currently lives in Austin, where she is employed as a software developer. As a firsthand recipient of their generous public service, Alice ardently supports The Adoption Coalition of Texas and its member, Marywood Children and Family Services.

Off To the Woods!

Brian J. Stankiewicz — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:30:13 +0000

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By Hannah Diller

Clinging to the hope that autumn really is arriving central Texas, I thought I’d share some tips this month for camping with your family.

About:

Hannah Diller lives and explores with her family in Central Austin. She can be found on the web at dillerhome.blogspot.com or at dillerh@gmail.com.

Girls vs. Boys: The Chore Gender Gap

Brian J. Stankiewicz — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:18:37 +0000

By:

Kim Pleticha

When Highlights magazine asked kids to participate in its 2009 State of the Kid survey, it didn’t expect any earth-shattering results.

Got a Vision for Austin’s Central Library?

Brian J. Stankiewicz — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:13:39 +0000

By:

Kim Pleticha

If so, the library wants to hear from you!

Round Rock Principal Honored for Support of Arts

Brian J. Stankiewicz — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:11:02 +0000

By:

Kim Pleticha

If you’re looking for artistic education in Round Rock, Chisholm Trail Middle School is the place to go. Now, the whole state knows it.

Moms Hold Vigil for Health Care Reform

Brian J. Stankiewicz — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:58:48 +0000

By:

Kim Pleticha

They came with children and with stories. They calmly held signs but shouted no slogans. They had one purpose: to quietly demonstrate that mothers need health care reform.