Oh no you didn't!!

It's everywhere, and I debated whether to even write a post about it. If you've been slumbering the past few days, then you missed Amy Chua's online piece at the WSJ. It certainly has given rise to the subject of parenting and parenting styles. Read it and form your own opinion. I do commend Ms. Chua for openly expressing and having the guts to write such a critical piece. I'm sure every warm body out there has a few choice words about the topic and everyone is weighing in. 

What I will say is, she has some valid points, however extreme. I don't agree in her style of parenting, but see the value in what she's saying. There's also value in "western style" parenting. Parenting is not black and white. There are way too many shades of gray. In any case, it's something for all of us parents to think about and discuss. 

On a lighter note, moving to our new house has made for some crazy days. So, I've been taking advantage of the nearby lagoon for some peace of mind when Micron and Micro are driving me mad. "It feels like Spring time in Winter" (to quote BabyFace's song, "Every Time I Close My Eyes"). No, really it does. Sometimes that's the best part of living in the Bay Area. Having my own little piece of heaven.