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Did a Child Put the Fear of God in You?
While I wasn't the daughter of a preacher man, my parents did make us go to church on Sundays. Like many kids, I dreaded it but started to appreciate the ritual and my Sunday school friends as I aged. Once in college, my trips to chapel became few and far between.
Mom Tried to Have "Rudolph" Banned From School Performance
The kindergartens of North Carolina's Murrayville Elementary practiced a rendition of "Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer" in music class to prep for a PTA holiday performance until one mother objected to what she thought were religious overtones in it. The woman felt the words "Santa" and "Christmas" in the lyrics should not be taught in public school and petitioned that the song be removed from the program. The school board ruled that it was an appropriate tune and allowed the children to perform it.
Would You Wish Your Daughter Goddess Status?
It is natural for a parent to want the best for their child. For Nepali father Pratap Man Shakya, that means sending his 3-year-old daughter away to the country's capital of Katmandu to be worshiped as the Hindu goddess Taleju. There she will be worshiped until she reaches puberty, at which point she will return to her normal life back home.Should Teachers at Religious Schools Be of That Religion?
The International Academy, an Islamic school in Cincinnati, hired a Christian kindergarten teacher who had never met a Muslim person prior to her employment. Would you send your child to a religious school if his or her class was taught by someone of another faith?
Should Teachers at Religious Schools Be of That Religion?
Does a Godparent's Religion Matter?
Rumor has it that Tom Cruise may end up playing godfather to Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony's twins, Max and Emme Muniz.
While the babies will be raised Catholic like their parents, Tom is a passionate Scientologist.
Would you consider godparents of a different faith for your children?
Which Religion Did You Choose For Your Babe?
According to E! News Baby Bratman, son of songstress Christina Aguilera and her hubbie, Jordan Bratman had his bris, at their Beverly Hills home yesterday.
The celeb parents kept in tune with typical Jewish tradition, as Max Liron was eight days old during the ceremony.
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Name Brand Threads or Makes No Difference?
Growing up, I remember begging my parents for a pair of Guess jeans when they were all the rage.
These days, you see babies decked out in True Religion, Joe's Jeans, Juicy Couture and other designer duds that all cost a pretty penny.
Of course, the babes look darling in their "couture" threads, but wouldn't they look just as cute in less expensive outfits?
Do You Know the Facts About Circumcision?
The parents of a baby boy have one very big decision to make — whether or not to circumcise their son. Culture, religion, and personal preference all come into play, but how well do you know the medical facts about circumcision? Take this test and find out!
Did Nicole Name Her Daughter to Spite Scientology?
I'm not buddies with Nicole Kidman or Matthew McConaughey, but I'll admit it's kind of fun learning what they named their children. While Levi was greeted with cheers, Sunday Rose Kidman Urban's moniker was received with mixed emotion. After much curiosity, elated grandfather Antony revealed the meaning behind the babe's name.
How Much Do the Stars Impact Your Purchases?
Do Violet and Maddox set the bar for your wee one's wardrobe? If you see Shiloh sporting her sassy Sweet Shoes or one of the Mahoney twins dressed up in their True Religion dungarees, does it make you want to go out and buy them for your tot?
The Wall Street Journal noticed that mamas are modeling their babes after celebabies the world over.
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