warriors in gardens: that one time my daughter punched a bully

I was raised to always look for the good in people, to turn the other cheek, to take the high road whenever possible.

This was not only a matter of keeping the peace, but of integrity - and righteousness, too.

I was taught that it was wrong to think of myself as a kind person if I wasn't actively striving to be as kind as possible to others…and the unsp…