Charlie used to listen to rap and r&b all the time when he was in junior high and high school but now he has much better taste in music, if you can’t tell! He only plays what’s popular. Well I saw this commercial and it reminded me of those rap videos but for kids and parents. Check it out, it’s hilarious!

I get so mad when my Mom doesn’t let me do what I want. I run a fun random radio station but my bed time during the week is 8:30pm?! Come on Mom, that’s not even late enough to go to a weeknight concert. Humph… Even on the weekends my bed time is 9:30pm. During the summer when I want to play outside, it’s still light out outside when I’m going to bed. That’s not right! I’ve spoken to my Mom about this many times but there’s no budging.

Recently I asked Mom if I could have a Big Brother or Big Sister and after she stopped crying from laughing so hard and tried to explain “the birds and the bees” I stopped her and explained a BIG brother or sister. You know, Big Brothers, Big Sisters of America! My neighbor Chris has a Big Brother and his name is Jacob. He’s really cool! Chris and Jacob do fun things together all the time like go fishing, go to a movie or just shoot hoops. Mom is still thinking about it but if you’re a responsible adult that has some free time, you should sign up!

Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia Northwest has started a BE the difference campaign. It’s a 100 day (June 17 – September 25) initiative that aims to bring 500 new friendships to children in the Portland and Vancouver metropolitan area. Now Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia Northwest needs your help in finding Big Brothers and Big Sisters who can make a difference in the lives of our local children.

In our own lives, each of us was touched by someone other than our parents, someone who broadened our horizons and made a difference. By becoming a Big Brother, Big Sister or Big Couple, you can do the same for a child. You will both be forever changed by the experience. Being a Big Brother or Big Sister means being you, developing a friendship and sharing the best part of yourself. It means a chance to see the world -and be seen through fresh new eyes. No matter where you are in life right now, being a Big Brother or Big Sister is something you’ll look forward to. It will be one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. For more information about Big Brothers Big Sisters, contact Heath Berg at (503) 249-4859.