In my observation, 'trolls' are looking to create anger and arguments. The paper's reaction of kindness to the action of cruelty does not, to me, seem to fit that desired response.
Any media story, however it may come about, that manages to get a large group of people to celebrate the life of someone rather than tear someone down is alright by me.
While my initial reaction was scorn, after thinking about it for a bit I realized that (before I gave up working/income in exchange for time with my kids) I used to eat out for lunch every day, spending up to $30 for a single meal. I also got a tea every morning and often picked up a bagel for breakfast while I was at it.
It was never my intention to spend so much money every day, but it became habit. I had disposal income and networking to do to increase my standing in my profession.
Now that we're a single-income family I hardly spend any money. I miss buying things just because I wanted it.
Any of these options - 'unschooling', Sudbury, etc - are only available to those who can read. I presume these children making decisions on their education are all already literate, probably thanks to traditional schooling or dedicated home-schooling. Almost certainly not because of 'unschooling'.
I think the point is that we should not be able to view obesity as normal. How could we normalize something so unhealthy and deadly? I'm not condoning treating people badly because of their size;however talking about obesity is probably one of the best ways to promote awareness of the issue. With awareness comes prevention.
I teach my children to eat healthy and play outside and that being overweight is unhealthy. I want them to live a long time and give me healthy grandkids.
Any media story, however it may come about, that manages to get a large group of people to celebrate the life of someone rather than tear someone down is alright by me.
It was never my intention to spend so much money every day, but it became habit. I had disposal income and networking to do to increase my standing in my profession.
Now that we're a single-income family I hardly spend any money. I miss buying things just because I wanted it.
What's my point? I don't really remember now.
So many unanswered questions.
I teach my children to eat healthy and play outside and that being overweight is unhealthy. I want them to live a long time and give me healthy grandkids.