Assigning my students new (and sometimes permanent) names
As a teacher, I assign a lot of nicknames to students, a practice that my friends and I often did as a kids. Growing up, everyone I knew had a…
I know far too much about The Land of the Lost
I know far too much about the original 1970’s version of The Land of the Lost. even though I haven’t watched the show since I was a kid. While visiting…
Who loves Elmo?
Actually, I kind of love Elmo. He is quite possibly the nicest creature I’ve ever seen. His joy in infectious. It really is. Clara loves him, too.
Great accomplishments in the trenches
“Don't say you don't have enough time. You have exactly the same number of hours per day that were given to Helen Keller, Pasteur, Michaelangelo, Mother Teresa, Leonardo da…
Resolution update: March 2011
1. Lose 23 pounds, bringing me down to my high school track and field weight. I’m down six pounds since the beginning of the year. Seventeen to go. Doing well. …
Cheers
Gramps and Clara toasting with a martini and a juice box. I wish I had photographs like this with my grandparents.
My first and only earthquake
I am fortunate to have experienced only one earthquake in my life. Years ago, I wrote about the three best compliments that I have ever received. The first came on…
CNN reads the Internet in poorly constructed segments
Watching CNN this morning while on the elliptical, the anchor announced that census data has revealed the most segregated cities in America. The fifth most segregated city is Cleveland, followed…
New bathroom amenities
My daughter insists on manipulating her environment whenever possible. After blow drying her hair, my wife turned around to discover this:
The ability to make fun of oneself is a sign of great intellect.
The willingness to do so is a sign of great inner strength. Bravo, Rebecca Black. Even if your song sucks. Friday Lyrics Analyzed with Rebecca Black from Rebecca Black
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