"[Family estrangement can be defined as:] 'the breakdown of a supportive relationship between family members.'......despite the relative prevalence of estrangement, people suffering through it often describe feeling judged, stigmatized and misunderstood. As a result, they tend not to talk about their experiences, a reticence that has led to what some experts have called a 'silent … Continue reading Family Estrangement
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Hippos & Armadillos
"Boynton’s books work best when they address adults and children together. In But Not the Hippopotamus, the title character does not partake in other animals’ activities: “A hog and a frog cavort in a bog. But not the hippopotamus.” At the end, the group invites her to join and she agrees: “But YES the hippopotamus!” … Continue reading Hippos & Armadillos
