A mysterious chalice was discovered in my late mother's home. The story behind it left me in awe.
My Mother’s Mysterious Chalice – A Story About Family Legacies
The Weekend-Warrior Dad: The Ultimate Oxymoron
Some suggestions for weekend-warrior dads... who want to play like they did in the old days but have a challenge balancing work, life, and kids.
The Benefits of Diversity – a Broader Perspective for our Kids
Sharing a special memory on the eve of Rosh Hashanah, in respect to the Jewish faith - an event in college that broadened my view of the world. Our nation's diversity represents our greatest strength.
Life’s Challenges do not Define You… What Defines You is How you Respond.
After one episode in the series, The Last Dance, I had a visceral response when Michael Jordan broke down after having won the championship… yet his father was not there to celebrate with him.
The ‘Victory over Covid’ Garden, August Update—Tumbling Cucumbers and Deadbeat Peppers
The 'Victory over Covid' garden continues to grow, with some surprising results. An update from a nube gardner.
The Two-Week Family Quarantine Promise, and Returning to School
Families who travel during the Summer months will put others at risk for Covid infections when their kids return to school. A suggestion for parents to reduce the risk.
The “Boomerang” Father’s Day Gift—Dividends for all, No Ties Please
The best gift to give your husband or dad is one that does not suck. Here are some great ideas oriented around what I call 'Boomerang' gifts.
PS I Love You Has a New Contributor
I'm excited to announce I'm a new contributor to the website, http://www.PSILoveyou.XYZ. My first article appeared this week.
The “VC Garden” (Victory Over Covid), a Father and Son Gardening Story
Few of us have ever faced a challenge like the current pandemic. To get back to basics, and to restart a family tradition, I decided to build a vegetable garden so I can pass along these skills to my son.
Playdates, and Responsible Parenting: Suggestions for Phase-2 Socializing
Parents face the unenviable task of deciding if and when their kids can enjoy playdates for the first time in months. This unofficial guide provides a criteria for parents to consider.
Let’s Designate 2021 as the First “Teacher-Appreciation Year”
Parents are learning firsthand the value teachers play in the lives of our children—let’s reward them with an entire year to celebrate their role in our communities, and give every single one of them a raise.
The Things you Think That Matter Now Will Forever Change
A year from now, the things in life we used to prioritize will feel trivial compared to what lies ahead. This represents the only upside to the pandemic, so let’s not waste it.
Top-Ten Jim Carrey GIFs, For Family Covid-Update Emails
The importance of family communication, in times of crisis, cannot be understated. Doing so with crazy Jim Carrey GIFS espouses something the written word alone cannot express.
Quarantine and the Family Dinner: Guidelines to Maintain Parental Sanity
Despite the fact our son has two ears and only one mouth, he has not mastered the skill to use them proportionately. Suggestions on how parents can maintain their sanity and keep the peace during the era of quarantine.
The Pandemic’s Upside? Kids and Freedom—A Legacy Worth Pursuing
Kids are biking; strollers seem to be everywhere; parents and college kids are outside and enjoying the warmer weather. Let’s use this shared experience as a springboard to liberate kids (after Convid-19) so they can enjoy their neighborhoods without fear.
The Rookie Father 