We’ve teamed up! Deborah Siegel (a.k.a. Mama w/ Pen and our very own Girl w/ Pen founder) and I have collaborated on an OpEd on Elisabeth Badinter’s new book, The Conflict: How Modern Motherhood Undermines the Status of Women. We agree with some of her arguments, but take issue with others. Our call? Let’s move past all the mommy wars and focus on the real needs of U.S. mothers. Read more over at CNN.com.
On a personal note, I cannot think of anything I have done this past year that has been as gratifying as working with Deborah on this piece. Two is definitely better than one!
Comments
Deborah Siegel — May 17, 2012
Aw HH, I couldn't agree more! I'm such a fan of collabos. And especially ones with you.
gwp_admin — May 17, 2012
I very much enjoyed your article! The whole "mommy wars" phenomenon makes me a bit sick to my stomach.
I haven't done much collaborative writing in recent years--your happy experience makes me tempted to try some!
Shelley — May 21, 2012
Yes. Women aren't warring against each other. We're allies in the War Against Women.
Elline — May 27, 2012
Loved seeing this! Great to see your piece, your work together, and a solid response to all that's going on with these topics.