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…
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…
Seriously. Why can't more of our leaders be like this?
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…
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 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…
I was asked by a client about how she and her soon-to-be husband should handle their money upon getting married. "Keep it separate? Combine? Do some combination of the two?"…
I drove by this parking spot, as did every other person at the park. The parking spot closest to the gates of the playground remained empty all day. Why?Note the color…
I watch this video from the Jimmy Kimmel Show, and it encapsulates so many of my fears for my students. I'm afraid that they are growing up in a world with…
My most recent novel, The Perfect Comeback of Caroline Jacobs, published ten days ago on September 8. Originally my book launch party was slated for September 10, but that was…
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