The Lego Rebellion, Vladimir Putin and the “You Might Be Gay” Dinner Conversation

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The fact is, something terrible has taken place. Because we weren’t paying attention. Remember when Legos were a building kit?

NYT: The Unrelenting Pink of Girl Toys Is Fading As Dads Do Their Part

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An inch at a time, the stark gendering of kids’ toys is loosening, and a new article talks about why.

Ten Things I’ve Learned From Raising Boys

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Joanna Schroeder loves being a mom of boys, but admits that there are a few things about them that have surprised her.

Open Thread: What Toy From Childhood Do You Wish You Still Had?

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What was your favorite toy as a kid?

Toys: Can’t We All Just Get Along? [#lego @myshelltabu]

Connect all of your childhood toys together with universal adaptor blocks.

So What If Your 7 Year-Old Son Is Gay?

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Joanna Schroeder praises HuffPo blogger Amelia for offering her son unconditional love throughout his very early ‘coming out’ process.

Do You Like to Unwind With a Bottle?

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Some people unwind with a stiff drink. Stanley unwinds with a stiff apple juice and his binky.