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[Raising Durham] Comparison – and the Voice in Your Head – Are Thieves of Joy
Support Southpoint Access in our summer fundraising effort! Most nights around 3 a.m., I wake up with the same uneasy…
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[Raising Durham] Rolling with the Trolls: Comments, Cancer, and Calling Out Nonsense
A few weeks ago, I found myself doing something I usually avoid: scrolling through the comments. And y’all, I KNOW…
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[Raising Durham] Harper’s Home: Beyond Our Four Walls
In 2007, I spent over a year searching for my forever home. I had a long list of must-haves –…
From AI Skeptic to Enthusiast: Embracing Tech in Everyday Life
In the latest Raising Durham column, Heather Leigh Hindin reflects on her journey from dismissing artificial intelligence as a passing…
Discover “Raising Durham” by Heather Leigh Hindin
If you’re a parent or caregiver navigating life in South Durham, you won’t want to miss Heather Leigh Hindin’s insightful…
[Raising Durham] Main Character Energy: Life Beyond Your “Expiration Date”
Writes Heather Hindin: “This idea of “not being seen” is universal, even if the specifics differ. The frustration of being defined by a single trait—whether it’s your age, your body size, or your job title—can feel stifling.”
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[Raising Durham] How I Conquered a Lifelong Fear of Flying
The birthday card read: Two plane tickets to the destination of your choice! A fabulous 40th birthday gift that would…
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[Raising Durham] Grounding Political Talk in Family Values
On Nov. 7, 2020 – a perfect November day in Durham – my daughter Harper and I sat outside Mad…
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[Raising Durham] Teaching Children the Power of Self-Advocacy
When my daughter Harper goes to her monthly clinic appointments, she commands the situation with a level of grace and…
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[Raising Durham] A Personal Journey Through Pediatric Cancer
September marks Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month, serving as a poignant reminder of the profound impact childhood cancer has on families…
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[Raising Durham] The Art of Friendship: A Durham Mom’s Journey
Recently, my daughter Harper and I embarked on our annual summer trip to my hometown at the Jersey shore. As…
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[Raising Durham] Navigating New School Adventures: A Bull City Guide
My 11-year-old daughter, Harper, has bravely faced cancer, appeared on national news, and been celebrated by crowds of thousands. As…
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