Resolution update: November 2013
In an effort to hold myself accountable, I post the progress of my yearly goals at the end of each month on this blog. I appear to have failed to…
I hate Paul Mitchell, and I think you should, too. Please join me in my burning hatred for this company. It is deserved and necessary.
I had my hair cut yesterday. As I entered the salon, I saw this product on the shelf by the door. Row after row of it. The contents inside these…
I’m not the only critic of the “Shoes off” policy. There are many other people out there just as judgmental and jerky as me.
I’ve taken some abuse for my position about removing shoes prior to entering a home. Criticism. Castigation. Metaphorical crucifixion, even. If you’re not familiar, my position is this: I readily…
Extend your story beyond its original screen
If you saw the film Gravity, you’ll love this short film that depicts the complete conversation between Aningaaq, a polar fisherman, and Ryan, the astronaut stranded 200 miles above him.…
The preferred Thanksgiving Day meal time
I enjoyed a lovely and perfect Thanksgiving yesterday. In the company of some of our best friends, we shared food, conversation, and football. We chatted about our work and our…
Let’s remember someone worth remembering
The next time you see an article or photograph of some reality television celebrity like Kim Kardashian, look away. Actively disengage from their nonsense. Make a purposeful effort to know…
Bacon: The perfect Hanukkah treat
Our first night of Hanukkah dinner was a delicious grilled cheese, apple and bacon sandwich. As my daughter chomped on a slice of bacon (the only meat that she eats),…
17 reasons why I am thankful on Thanksgiving
After lamenting over the fact that the foundation of my good fortune is based upon blind luck, I must admit that I have much to be thankful for on Thanksgiving.…
This piece in Slate by Allison Benedikt is ridiculous link bait. It’s also offensive to my children.
I love Slate. I probably read Slate more than anything else on the Internet. But occasionally Slate publishes pieces that amount to nothing more than link bait, and Allison Benedikt’s…
Failing as a father
Me: "Clara, do you have to go potty?" Daughter: "No, that's not my potty dance. That's my silly-willy dance. Can't you tell the difference?" Me: “I didn’t know you have…
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