Owl hunters interrupt fiction writer’s flow
In case you didn't know what an owl hunter looked like, here are two are in the flesh. Note the uniform: Pajamas. Straw hat or beach pail worn as helmets. Rain boots.Each…
My six-year old daughter understands the nature of religious texts better than many Republican candidates
On Yom Kippur, my six year-old daughter attended services at the local synagogue. As part of the service, the rabbi gathered the children and told them the story of Jonah…
A character from The Perfect Comeback of Caroline Jacobs comes alive. Seriously.
If you've read my latest novel, The Perfect Comeback of Caroline Jacobs, you'll know that the book opens on a memorable scene in a PTO meeting. What you might not…
Pulling loose teeth just got more profitable. And strange.
The latest parenting craze is pulling your child's lose tooth with a drone. There are hundreds of videos demonstrating this new dental practice on YouTube, including this one. My initial…
God doesn’t want you to dress up in order to worship him. In fact, he would prefer that you dress down.
If you're a regular reader of this blog, you probably know that I am a reluctant atheist. I would like to believe in God (perhaps a kinder and gentler God…
My daughter’s first homework assignment: First steps on a rotten road
It's my daughter's first homework assignment. She didn't mind doing it. She said it was easy. It took five minutes. Her brother sat with her in solidarity.Still, she has begun a…
I want more politicians like this.
Seriously. Why can't more of our leaders be like this?
Recommended Reading
When I visit a bookstore or library or book club to discuss my new novel, The Perfect Comeback of Caroline Jacobs, I also recommend books as a part of my…
The lesser known sixth child in “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”
Years ago, I was reading "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" to my students. Bored with the story that I knew so well, I decided to add a new character to…
I had a pet raccoon as a child.
I saw a raccoon sitting in the road on Sunday morning. It was probably not the healthiest raccoon in the world, given that it was broad daylight and appeared unconcerned…
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