The article discusses the author's aspiration for a defining parenting style, leading to the revelation that she identifies as a 'Goonies mom' after rewatching the classic film. Drawing parallels between the film's themes and her parenting, the author emphasizes values such as adventure, loyalty, and community, as illustrated by the Goonies' quest to save their homes. The narrative explores how the children's altruism resonates with the author's parenting philosophy, highlighting a desire for meaningful connections over materialism.
Until I rewatched The Goonies 40 years after I first watched it as a kid. Clearly that movie made some sort of momentous impact on me at the time, because now I know. I'm a proud Goonies mom.
The Goonies, the kids who are in danger of losing their homes to a new golf course... Fortunately they all convene at the Walsh home and happen to discover a 17th century treasure map left behind by a pirate named One-Eyed Willy.
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