I’ve always worried about saying the right thing. Social situations have never been comfortable for me, not even with those to whom I’m closest. What if I say something that makes somebody else uncomfortable, something that embarrasses me, or, worse yet, what if I have nothing to say at all? Prior to any and every… Continue reading Good morning, everyone!

Most everyone has seen the video of Brandt Jean's impact statement following the sentencing of the police officer who shot and killed his brother. I’ve watched it twice today. The second time I cried like a baby. There are many problems associated with religion, religious doctrine, religious dogma, religious righteousness. Wars are fought based on… Continue reading Brandt Jean and the power of faith

When our children are new, regardless of how they come to us and especially that first child, they bring awe to every moment. We cherish their glee, their gas, their tiny toes, the sweet beauty in their sleeping faces. We celebrate their early steps, the first time they hit a ball, ride a bike. We… Continue reading My parenting awe

The other day when I got home from work, my youngest wanted to share his day with me. He had been out with his Dad running errands and picking up groceries. As he stood in line at the local Giant kidding around with Steve, he was engaged in conversation by an older woman. She had… Continue reading Doris Roberts & a chance encounter with my son

Aa parents, at least reasonably good parents, it is said that we are only as happy as our most troubled child. It is for this reason that I am blown away when I meet happy parents with multiple children. We have three amazing young people whom we have been given the opportunity, the challenge, the… Continue reading The parenting coaster