I’d heard about “The Elf on the Shelf” and how good it was. Fellow parents relayed how much fun the book and accompanying tradition was. I was thrilled when our copy from the library arrived. I planned to sit down and read it to Penelope when I got home. When the time came I read […]
Book Review: The Whole Brain Child
Jenn returned from the library and handed me several books. “I thought you’d be interested in these”. She was right. I was intrigued by one title immediately; “The Whole Brain Child”. With the choice between a 5-star rated child development book published by Harvard press and “The Whole Brain Child” like a zombie I chose […]
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Review: Adopted
“Adopted” Directed by Barb Lee Featuring: Jennifer Faro, John, Jacqui, and Roma XinPei Trainer Rated: N/R Synopsis: Korean adoptee Jennifer Faro struggles with her identity while her mother’s inevitable passing due to brain cancer looms. Meanwhile John and Jacqui Trainer turn to international adoption when fertility treatments are ineffective. First time director Barb Lee […]
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5 Minutes with “Somewhere Between” director Linda Goldstein Knowlton
Talking to a director immediately after seeing their work is a rare occurrence On November 3rd, 2012 Linda Goldstein Knowlton (The World According to Sesame Street, Whale Rider) took a moment to discuss her outstanding documentary, Somewhere Between, in the lobby of Atlanta’s Landmark Cinema. *** Jeremy Uriz: You met a lot of adoptive families in the […]
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Review: Cinderella Moon
I went into the living room and carefully removed the disc. Penelope followed to help me put it in the player. The title screen appeared and a moment later the opening scene was unfolding. Penelope leaned against my leg, clutching for support, her eyes focused on the television. On screen a shaman explained how the […]
