I was born in 1957. Obviously, I don’t remember a single thing about that year itself. I don’t remember the … More
Tag: parenting
We Didn’t Replace What We Tore Down in the 1970’s
I’ve been thinking a lot about the tragedy involving Rob Reiner and his son, but not for the reason most … More
“Your Kids Become Who You Are”
Your children will become who you are; so be who you want them to be. Don’t worry that they never … More
The Years I Can’t Get Back
I want to say something to every parent out there, especially the ones home with their kids all day. Don’t … More
Invest in the Young, Reap a Lifetime of Riches
A lesson from my Father One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned is the value of spending time with the … More
“We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.”
When I watch my seven grandkids, I realize something simple but profound — they already know the secret that so … More
Five Social Pillars That Were Common Sense When Common Sense Wasn’t Controversial
There was a time when people didn’t argue about everything. When decency, hard work, and honesty weren’t “political positions” but … More
They Hear, They Learn, They Understand — So Much More Than You Think”
“The first five years of a childs life have so much to do with how the next eighty turn out.” … More
Grandparents: Make Memories That Last
You Time is Limited When it comes to the early years of a child’s life, time is fleeting—but the memories … More
The Modern Working Mom
Keeping All the Plates Spinning: When I watch my three daughters manage their daily lives, I’m reminded of an old … More
Parenting With Intention
It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken adults.” To future generations, My hope is that one … More
I Started Out As A Child
“Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.” I grew up in a … More