"The harsh reality of parenting today is this: our children are living in a changing climate. What my generation perceived as extremes, you will know as average. What we perceived as volatility, you will experience as your norm.

We all have a role to play in securing our shared future, that begins by talking about it and committing to action.

And as a parent, it means committing to advocating for policies that keep you safe, protect your future, and empower you to make a difference."

In this essay, my colleague at Planet Ed Laura Schifter writes a letter to her daughters, a heartfelt exploration of the changes in both parenthood and childhood made necessary by the impacts of climate change.

Read the full essay here: https://time.com/7302203/floods-are-becoming-more-common/