Sep 14, 2012On The VergeThe Jolly RogerMy father-in-law thinks he’s a pirate. It started innocently enough, looking back. My 10-year-old son, Andrew, and his grandfather,...
Aug 30, 2012self-improvementInto the WildI have written these words before, but I’ll write them again: I am not what you’d call athletic. I lack hand-eye coordination and any...
Aug 24, 2012childrenWelcome to the Dollhouse“It needs all new wiring,” she said, standing with hands on hips, looking into the living room. “I know,” I said. “We haven’t used this...
Aug 12, 2012childrenThe Thrill of Victory and the Agony of DefeatMy 10-year-old son, Andrew, attended sleep away camp this summer for the first time. He returns this Sunday, Aug 12th, and, by all...
Jul 18, 2012campFunny Letters from CampIf you’ve ever received one (or many) of these, then you know: letters from camp really are a treat. Whether they make you laugh or cry...
Jul 12, 2012self-improvementDo You Steal From Your Spouse? Because I DoFirst, let me say that stealing is such an ugly word. I prefer to call what I do creative accounting. My financial education began with...