What we’re reading today:
1. This mom gives her autistic son marijuana. She says it soothes her son’s gastrointestinal pain and decreases violent outbursts. She says based on hatemail, she won’t be up for Mother of the Year anytime soon, but hear her out.
2. Jezebel’s started a “Daddy Issues” series and this essay, from a dad whose 5-year-old daughter is obsessed with jockeys and horse racing, is just too sweet.
3. This Demotivation poster is spot on. Apparently it’s not for sale, but it should probably be hung in every library and independent bookstore. Via BoingBoing
4.What not to ask a pregnant woman: “Were you trying?” Any other contenders?
5. Redoing your kid’s room? Do you have a budget that rivals college tuition?
Image via Demotivation
