Jan
09
2010
Merriam-Webster Definition: PREDATOR -one who preys, destroys, or devours
This week filmmaker, Roman Polanski has asked a Los Angeles judge to sentence him in absentia for the sex crimes he committed in 1977 against a 13 year old girl. On January 22, Judge Peter Espinoza, supervising judge of the L.A. County Superior Court criminal division, will hear arguments from both the defense attorneys and the deputy district attorney before making a decision.
Keep in mind: there has been no denial on Polanski’s part of whether or not he had sex with a minor. He admitted it. He admitted to giving her champagne and a quaalude. He admitted to having intercourse with her, as well as engaging in oral sex and sodomy. When she asked him to stop, he did not.
Yes, people, you read all of that correctly.
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Dec
24
2009
It’s that time again… load up the cars with the kids, the luggage, the gifts, and head off to ___________ (insert assorted relatives’/friends/neighbors’, airport, the mall, etc.).
Between the parties, events, shopping, and travel, it can be a whirlwind! With so much activity going on in the next several weeks, it’s a great time to go over some key safety tips to help ensure that everyone has a wonderful and safe holiday season.
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Dec
01
2009
How many times have you told your child to always obey the grownups?
Have you insisted that they hug or kiss “Uncle Johnny” or that family friend or relative who visits every holiday, even though your child obviously feels uncomfortable doing so?
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Oct
26
2009
Make no mistake about it… Roman Polanski is a child molester. As is typical in Hollywood, the level of denial is profound. Let’s take it one step at a time here.
Fact: In 1977, 43 year old filmmaker Roman Polanski sexually assaults 13 year old, Samantha Gailey, during a photo shoot. He gives her champagne and a Quaalude, then proceeds to engage in oral sex, intercourse and sodomy, after she repeatedly asks him to STOP.
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Oct
23
2009
There are no fitting words to accurately describe the emotions many of us are feeling as we learn of the tragic death of 7 year old, Somer Thompson in Orange Park, Florida this week. Anger, rage, frustration, sadness – come close, but still feel hollow and empty as I think of what this little girl’s family is going through right now.
My heart and prayers go out to Somer’s mother, Diena Thompson. As a mom myself, I cannot even imagine the devastating pain and the depth of grief that she is facing now.
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Oct
22
2009
Not sure how to start the safety conversation with your kids? Try using the Super 10 Safe-Smarts Rules.
Consider this: most kids understand the concept of rules. Whether they’re at school, on the playground or at home, they know there are certain acceptable behaviors and guidelines they’re expected follow. In fact, kids count on this kind of structure as they navigate through their world. It’s how they get through the day! By giving children the Super 10 Safe-Smarts Rules, we’re empowering them with exactly what they should know to keep safe. These rules let kids know that they have rights, and can take action when they need to.
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Oct
22
2009
If knowledge is power, why then are so many parents reluctant to talk to their kids about personal safety?
I recently set off to find the answer to this burning question after participating on a Q&A safety panel with other experts, including Nancy Davis, resident blogger for Safety4Kids and author/New York prosecutor, Jill Starishevsky, at an event in Los Angeles.
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