Banning books is just another form of bullying. It's all about fear and an assumption of power. The key is to address the fear and deny the power.

Sometimes kids just act impulsively, but it's because we have strong feelings, not because we're trying to make trouble.

Crying can help, too. People are often afraid to cry because they are told that crying is for babies. Crying does not make you a baby, no matter what anyone says. There are times when people feel so bad that they can't express their feelings in words. At those times, crying helps.

So, this is a rabbit, I thought. He sort of looks like Chester, only he's got longer ears and a shorter tail. And a motor in his nose.

[Button] If Gay and Lesbian people are given civil rights, soon everyone will want them

Life is short and there will always be dirty dishes, so let's dance.

I hated that the soldier doll had my name. I mean, please. I didn't play with him much. He was another Christmas present from my clueless grandparents. One time when they were visiting, my grandpa asked me if G.I. Joe had been in any wars lately. I said, "No, but he and Ken got married last week." Every Christmas since then, my grandparents have sent me a check.