Cheryl Murfin

3 weeks ago | seattleschild.com | Cheryl Murfin

Being a parent is nonstop hard work, which makes following all the news happening in city, state, and U.S. decision-making circles challenging. Here are highlights of Washington political news from last week (June 1-8) and a hint at what’s up this week. I hope you will consider taking action – reaching out to those who represent you and your family in Congress and state offices— on the issues that impact families in our state.

3 weeks ago | seattleschild.com | Cheryl Murfin

Seattle’s Child launched its legislative coverage several years ago after I drove by a large group of women waving signs at an overpass on my drive home. The women, mostly gray-haired and smiling, hoisted signs that said “No Ghost Guns!,” “End Violence Now,” and “Save Our Grandbabies!” The banner strung on the railing announced “Grandmothers Against Gun Violence.” The day I saw the grandmothers, there had been yet another school shooting; seven more dead teens.

3 weeks ago | seattleschild.com | Cheryl Murfin

Is there anything more heartwarming than watching a baby mammal wabble to it’s feet and follow its mother? It’s time to head over to Northwest Trek Wildlife Park where an American bison calf made a memorable entrance over Memorial Day weekend. Born May 24, the calf is thriving in the park’s 435-acre Free-Roaming Area and has already become a guest favorite.

4 weeks ago | seattleschild.com | Cheryl Murfin

Being a parent is nonstop hard work, which makes following all the news happening in City, state, and U.S. decision-making circles challenging. Here are highlights of Washington political news from last week (May 26-June1) and a hint at what’s up this week. I hope you will consider taking action – reaching out to those who represent you and your family in Congress and state offices— on the issues that impact families in our state. Washington parents pay college rates for infant care?

4 weeks ago | seattleschild.com | Cheryl Murfin

The first time I saw the Irish dancing phenom “Riverdance,” the babysitter backed out at the last minute. I almost didn’t go. My Irish mother—god rest her soul—was determined. She showed up at my house, umbrella stroller in hand, and, in the commando voice of my childhood, barked, “Get the baby wrap! We’re going!” I do not recommend this to other parents of young children. My daughter was an unusually deep sleeper.