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 loose tooth with a drone. There are hundreds of videos on YouTube demonstrating this new dental practice, 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…
Recommended Reading
When I visit a bookstore, library, or book club to discuss my new novel, The Perfect Comeback of Caroline Jacobs, I also recommend books as a part of my talk. Audience…
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…
Combine thy finances
A client asked me 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?" My answer, and…
Brilliant use of chalk
I drove by this parking spot, as did everyone else at the park. The parking spot closest to the playground gates remained empty all day. Why? Note the color and…
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