Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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(Audio) Imagine THIS Conversation being one of the last times you spoke to your child
It was 4 days before Christmas, 2004, when I arrived at my scheduled visit with my 8 year old son. The visitation center was getting ready to be closed until after the new year. I waited, and waited. I had driven over two hours in sleet and snow with an arm full of presents to…
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P.A.S.: What Grief Does to the Body & What it did to mine (warning: graphic picture)
What is Parental Alienation Syndrome or P.A.S. ? Parental alienation syndrome (PAS) is a term introduced by child psychiatrist Richard Gardner in 1985 to describe a distinctive suite of behaviors in children that includes showing extreme but unwarranted fear, disrespect or hostility towards a parent. Parental alienation is the intentional targeting of a parent by the other parent, but…
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P.A.S.: What Grief Does to the Body & What it did to mine (warning: graphic picture)
What is Parental Alienation Syndrome or P.A.S. ? Parental alienation Syndrome (PAS) is a controversial term introduced by child psychiatrist Richard Gardner in 1985 to describe a distinctive suite of behaviors in children that includes – showing extreme, but unwarranted, fear, disrespect or hostility towards a parent. Parental alienation is the intentional targeting of a parent by the other…
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A Child’s Life Matters
I want to say something to the people I’m the United States of America, and everywhere else, to Americans. We have been attacked with a virus and police brutality, and protests, more violence, and lockdowns and misinformation. Stop, please. Step back and take a breath and a good look around at the chaos, losses and…
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Parental Alienation Taints Relationships and is Abuse
When Ties to a Parent Are Cut by the Other Credit…Sylwia Kapuscinski for The New York TimesBy Michael WineripSept. 23, 2007 THIS is a nice moment in Joe Rabiega’s life. At 31, he has a good job as a research coordinator for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is happily married and…
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Big news!! Trump signs executive order strengthening the CHILD welfare system
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, President Trump acted to strengthen America’s child welfare system by signing a historic Executive Order (EO) aimed at improving outcomes for children and families. This EO focuses on three key areas of action: improving partnerships, improving resources, and improving oversight. “President Trump’s executive order demonstrates how his administration has prioritized placing…
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Ferris wheels
This is for my Daddy, who left me ten years ago today. RIP Daddy, I love you and need you more now than ever. You were a saint. ‘I see nothing in space as promising as the view from a Ferris wheel.’ EB White “I am homesick!”, I said.. to the Big Guy above. “Take me back…
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Coronavirus and the U. S., Vaccinations and Foster Care
China is the epicenter, The second largest economy has essentially been shut down due to the Covid-19 virus. it’s not the first time. I’m 2003 they were hot with a Sars outbreak. What’s different today? Thanks to outsourcing, many U. S. companies who set up shop in China have now been shuttered due to the…
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Appellate record shows Dallas County family law judge has long history of reversals
Thank you David Yates for this piece, click here to view original article. DALLAS – For nearly a decade, Judge Andrea Plumlee has presided over the 330th Judicial District Court in Dallas County. And in that time, the family court judge has racked up quite a few reversals at the appellate level, with justices frequently…
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Two California Guys Started a Moving Company And Ended Up Saving Lives..
and they do it for free!! this is an awesome feel good story you MUST READ AND SHARE! I ran across at The Good News Network.. There are still good people in the world. enjoy. This Moving Company Helps Women Leave Abusive Homes At No Cost Getting out of an abusive relationship isn’t easy—but actually…
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LOYALTY builds integrity
teach it and live it a house divided will not stand loyalty is missing from within todays society. do you think a nuclear bomb cares about political parties? death is just as final for the left as it is for the right. loyaty means unity. strength. a house divided will not stand. sometimes you gotta…
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New Years Day- The Nostalgia of Life
I remember, before CPS came into my life, how we spent the holidays with my son. I didn’t lose him until he was 8 years old, so as the years progressed from his birth until then, I wanted the holidays to become bigger than life the older he got. The last year I had him,…
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It’s Almost Tuesday Wishes Everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!!
Today we would like to remember all the Foster children and are thankful for those good home and people who skate love and happiness all year long. We wish everyone a happy Thanksgiving!
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Plano podiatrist arrested on possession of child pornography charge | wfaa.com
Click here to view original article.Photo Credit: CollinC CountyJail Roster The warrant lays out an investigation that started after an incident at his home this summer. There is no mention of any allegations at his workplace Author:Alex Rozier Published:5:56 PM CST November 11, 2019 Updated:5:56 PM CST November 11, 2019 A Plano podiatrist has been arrested…
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Parental Alienation- An Unforgivable Act of Child Abuse With Permanent Consequences
Intentional alienation of a child against one parent is absolutely wrong and virtually unforgivable. note: This article describes the relationships between conflicting parents and the children – but it’s vitally important to remember that the targeted parent and child whose affections are alienated can also be the victims of others they are in a high…
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California Governor Has Given Children in Foster Care the Right to have internet Access- and More
California’s Governor Newsom signed over 1000 bills this week including one bill regarding the rights of children in foster care . Of the many rights afforded to foster children, they shall now include the right to have internet access. He also changed the minimum age that a child can choose to be involved in their…
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It’s Almost Tuesday : Please Donate
As the owner and writer at It’s Almost Tuesday I hae shared many stories and articles and truths about a system that is filled with atrocities against children and families. Spending my spare time delving into these issues is never a role someone would choose to take on. I’ve done it since 2007, three years…
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Child Development and The Effects of Trauma
Brain research indicates that birth to age three are the most important years in a child’s development. Children learn in many different ways.Each child has his own way of learning—some learn visually, others through touch, taste, and sound.Watch a group of children and you’ll understand at once what this means. One child will sit and…
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The Do’s and Don’ts of talking to your child about her period.
It’s a quiet Sunday afternoon. The kids are playing in the yard. Your husband is bbqing and you are enjoying your new couch with your girlfriend who’s visiting for the weekend. Sounds great. Until your 11 year old daughter tells you “Mom, I have blood in my pants”. Do you know how you’ll react? Will…
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What exactly IS the definition of child abuse and neglect?
If you are accused of child abuse, what does that mean? When I was a child, it was common practice to get a spanking, or whopping. It was called discipline. Now days, spanking your child can get your child taken away from you and suddenly you are labeled an abuser for trying to teach your…
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