I’ve always been impressed with our children’s ability to entertain themselves for long stretches of time without any parental intervention. It’s nothing we can take credit for, unless Elysha and…
Clara, five year-old daughter: "You're not that smart, Daddy, but don't worry. I forgive you." How magnanimous of her.
In an attempt to ensure safe driving conditions during his commute to work, a Florida man used a cell phone jammer in his car to keep nearby motorists off their…
Perhaps you’ve heard that there is a shortage of lemons and limes in the US. The average U.S. grocery store now commands 53 cents per lime, up from 21 cents…
Ruth Reichl, former editor of Gourmet magazine, was interviewed on the Harvard Business Review’s podcast this week. In the course of 14 minutes, she said: “Women leaders are more practical…
Their rain boots came courtesy of Nani and Gramps. The clouds get credit for the rain. The desire to jump in every puddle they see comes from somewhere inside. May…
I’m thrilled to announce that I will have a story on this week’s Moth Radio Hour. Back in August, I performed at a Main Stage show at the Wilbur Theater,…
In an effort to hold myself accountable, I post a list my New Year’s resolutions at the beginning of each month, along with their progress (or lack thereof). 1. Don’t…
I recently completed a book of poetry and asked some of my faithful first readers to consider offering me their feedback before I pass it onto my agent. One of…
