Jan 23, 2016
My almost ten-year-old looked out the window this morning, mesmerized by the snow. She breathed it all in for a few moments – the peace, the quiet, the wonder. Then she suspended her inner critic and said, “Mom, if I jumped off the rooftop of the swing set into...
Jan 18, 2016
My friend, Irene Macmillan, an inspiring blogger and a wonderful person wrote this post about parenting in our generation. It certainly gives me, the quintessential Gen-Exer, pause to think. Please click here to read YOU CANT PARENT HAPPY Irene Macmillan Law graduate....
Jan 13, 2016
I must admit, I was initially drawn to read the memoir, CHICKEN: SELF-PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG MAN FOR RENT because I met David Henry Sterry at a Pitchapalooza in Montclair, NJ. He is one half of the infamous duo, THE BOOK DOCOTORS, who run the event. I was also drawn to...
Dec 31, 2015
2015 brought many things to my life for which I am happy and thankful. It also brought some sadness as I’m sure it has for many. FAMILY AND FRIENDS I am mostly thankful for health and good fortune. I am amazed by my children as I watch them grow and embrace...
Dec 14, 2015
“If anyone ever comes into your school and uses a gun — play dead.” My kids looked at me shocked at what I’d just said. “I’m serious, pretend you were shot and play dead so the bad guys leave you alone.” That’s what I said. Good or bad, I needed to say it. I stiffen...
