One of the things that connects parents everywhere is the desire to give our kids the best. \u00a0Where it seems to fall apart, on so many levels, is how each of us chooses to define that.<\/p>\n

Here’s the link to watch it live<\/a><\/p>\n

The day is young yet I’ve already seen some pretty polarizing “Oh yeah… you think YOU’VE got it bad” discussions. \u00a0I think that’s sad. \u00a0And pretty silly. \u00a0But I’m the fool who still believes that a culture that protects the vulnerable, meets basic survival needs and opens the door to equal opportunity and choices for all has got to be good for everyone.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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