1957 A year when kids were raised to be adults.

I was born in 1957. Obviously, I don’t remember a single thing about that year itself. I don’t remember the … More

What Skills or Lessons Have I Learned Recently?

Recently, I’ve learned something that sounds simple, but took me a lifetime to understand: real love isn’t a feeling you … More

I’ve been thinking a lot about the tragedy involving Rob Reiner and his son, but not for the reason most … More

When I think about what really sparks my admiration, it’s good parenting. Real parenting. The kind that isn’t always pretty, … More

If I stop and think about the past year, one moment rises above everything else—and it still puts a smile … More

“Though nobody can go back and make a new beginning, anyone can start over and make a new ending.” One … More

My recent experience with my 2016 VW Golf wagon made me realize something I should’ve understood a long time ago: … More

— The Hardest Decision I’ve Faced The hardest decision I ever made was stepping back from my own sister when … More

One thing I’ve learned is that discrimination isn’t unique to any one group — it’s something almost every minority faces … More

Who Are My Current Most Favorite People? WordPress threw me another “deep thought” prompt today:Who are your current most favorite … More

“I Bought My First Home at 16% Interest Let me start with the sentence that will probably get me in … More

Your children will become who you are; so be who you want them to be. Don’t worry that they never … More