Thursday, May 17, 2012
In this first of a series, the author examines the intersection of hyper-parenting and feminism. Where do we go from here?
In another shocking example of poor journalistic judgment, the current Time magazine cover of an attractive mother breastfeeding her three year old son stoked intense debate among mothers across the nation just in time for Mother’s Day. The cover, reading “Are you Mom enough?” invites the reader to learn about the unorthodox childcare advice administered by longtime parenting guru Dr. William Sears. Dr Sears, who recommends a technique called attachment parenting, advises a host of techniques designed to foster—he says—a safe and secure childrearing environment. The attachment parenting mother breastfeeds on demand until the child self-weans, sometimes not until kindergarten. The mother wears the young baby in a sling — nearly all day, …
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
With the start of summer upon us, this Greek wine is perfect for warmer weather.
Memorial Day weekend is coming up fast, also known as the unofficial start of summer. Bill Blore of Nutmeg Wine and Spirit Shoppe picked a warm weather warm to help Patch readers kick off the summer season: Gai'a 14-18h Rosé. The Gai'a website describes the wine and suggests some food pairings: A particularly attractive deep rosé color, a fruity aroma with strong hints of cherry and gooseberry, typical of Agiorgitiko, and light, refreshing flavours characterize the wine. Enjoy it with salt-baked foods, white meat, pizza without garlic and cold plates. It is particularly charming when combined with Chinese and Southeast Asian dishes. Food Pairings View past wine recommendations on our Wine of the Week Wednesday topic page. Got a recipe …
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Patch readers weigh in on the killing of a black bear, pedestrian safety and pensions.
Cheshire "And would the DEP charge the black bear with murder if the bear killed this man's family? Is this man really a criminal for killing the bear?" Chris Cioffi poses these questions in response to the arrest of a Burlington man for killing a black bear that came onto his property. Stratford "People need to slow down for a few minutes and pay attention." This, jmf says, will lead to safer streets for pedestrians. The comment is one of many as residents discuss the fact that there have been seven pedestrians struck by vehicles so far this year — three shy of the number for all of 2011. Hamden "You don't have to be an accountant to figure this one out..." Dr. Alfred C. Whitehead diagnosis the problem and provides a prescription to …
Here we go again — the real issue at the center of any debate over 'modern motherhood' is exploitation.
You don’t want to look at it, but you can’t look away. God forbid your children see it, what will happen when they view such a corruptible, sensational image?! Oh my, it’s a breast! With a child old enough to walk, talk and ask for food attached to it. A child doing what children are meant to do. Getting attention. That’s right, the biggest — perhaps only — winners in this cover story on breastfeeding and attachment parenting are Time magazine’s publicity, marketing and circulation departments. That’s what the cover image was designed to do: Get attention. And it has gotten lots of attention. Blogs, news websites, network news shows...you name it, everyone has weighed in on the 'controversial' articles and accompanying photos. It's been…
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Patch account-holders weigh in on the day's news, from the now infamous cover of Time magazine to the fading numbers of public pay phones and a budget referendum.
Cheshire "Just not another pharmacy!!!" Michelle Scavetta Phillips shares what she thinks should not go in to a vacant lot in downtown Cheshire, on the Cheshire Patch Facebook page. "Or pizza place or bank!!!" adds Marilyn Raines. "Or liquor store!" chimes in Cindi Anthony Lerner. Milford "Let's face it, pay phones are as obsolete as cassette tapes and VCRs." Rich offers this observation into modern living in response to a community discussion about the diminishing presence of public telephones in Milford. Stratford "This picture is absolutely appalling. And with her pose it almost borders on perversion!" That's what Heidi Ernst Manente thinks of the cover of Time magazine featuring a 3-year-old breast feeding. She shareds her thoughts on…
A Woodbury resident urges fellow residents to vote "yes" on the open space acquisition.
To the Editor: What is so wrong with purchasing the Minortown Road open space? This property could be used by the people of the town for fishing, hiking, rafting in high water periods. In the future, it could become a source of water supply owned by the town and used for the benefit of the town. Who is against this? The Woodbury Democrat Town Committee (WDTC), a.k.a. Woodbury First, is at it again. They, who to a member, have tried to suppress our right to First Amendment freedom of speech on the issue of political sign size in Woodbury since October 2010. They are now trying to fight the legitimate purchase of the open space on Minortown Road by the Stomski/Perkinson administration. Wow! Back in 2009 it was fine and dandy for the …
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Monday, May 14, 2012
Patch account-holders weigh in on the day's news, from a proposed increase in fines to a major accident that injured more than a dozen people.
Oxford "I'm surprised the free traders haven't suggested making them cheaper in China." A comment from Will Wilkin about Canada's decision to stop printing certain currency and if the U.S. may follow suit with pennies. Southbury "Sounds like another way for Government to raise money." That's what RU Kidding thinks of proposal to increase the fine for ordinance violations from $150 total to $150 per day. East Haven "Just another person not paying attention." Rosie expects this may be the sad truth about an accident involving a bus and a tractor trailer that sent dozens to the hospital.
A Woodbury resident is not opposed to the Minortown Road acquisition but asks: What's the hurry?
To the Editor: In a democracy, "sunshine is the best disinfectant." Some have been following the proposed Minortown Road open space acquisition by attending meetings, a public hearing and participating in a property walk. Many have not. On the surface the proposed acquisition appears to be a good move for the town. However, there are some serious questions/concerns that the Town has not adequately addressed about this property. These include: For the record, I am not opposed to acquiring the Minortown Road property to preserve the aquifer and provide passive recreation for the public. But, what’s the hurry? The grant is not going away. The responsible thing for the town is to conduct due diligence before rushing to purchase this …
Sunday, May 13, 2012
ChiefExecutive.net does not paint a pretty picture of the business climate in the Nutmeg State. Take our poll and add your thoughts in the comments.
“Connecticut could be the business-friendly refuge of NYC and New England, but instead taxes and regulates like the crown of Old England.” So says one unnamed chief executive officer in Connecticut as part of ChiefExecutive.net's 10 Worst States for Business survey. Connecticut ranked seventh. The Nutmeg State received two stars for taxation and regulation (out of five); four stars for workforce quality; and four stars for living environment. What do you think? Is Connecticut business friendly? Take our poll and add your thoughts in the comments. (And be glad you don't live in California.) ________________________________________________________________________________________ Interested in Middlebury and Woodbury's news, events, …
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Canada just minted its last one-cent piece. Should the United States follow suit? Take our poll and add your thoughts in the comments.
Canada produced its last penny on Friday — the government said it was too expensive to make and had become obsolete, Bloomberg reported. “The real issue was that people weren’t using them, they were putting them in jars at home, and we were doing the same thing at my house,” Finance Minister Jim Flaherty said. He spoke at the Royal Canadian Mint in Winnipeg, Manitoba, before pushing a button that stamped the last one-cent coin, Bloomberg said. U.S. officials have been talking about dropping the penny for some time. There are pros and cons. What do you think? Do we need the penny? Do you use pennies or just keep them in a jar at home?
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2:06 pm on Thursday, May 17, 2012
No issue with it, bears are becoming a lot more prominent and if he is nosing the in garbage you can expect him to return and start to possibly get territorial around the home. On that same note, why are we allowing the deer population to explode. I'm shocked there is not more done for control on this since they are absolutely everywhere, alongside every road and highway in the state. Get with … more ›