Now that I am a parent of two independent, able-bodied youth, my mother derives great pleasure from pointing out the ways in which my daughter is just like I was …
free & unstructured
Today was the first nice day since my kids got out of school for the summer. I had a plan: A hike to the top of Mount Sentinel, the University …
Little Guy
My little guy is just like his dad. In every way. They love to do the same things—ride bikes, fish, play lacrosse, hockey, fiddle with as many Apple products as …
good and plenty
When I first had children, my sister couldn’t believe how much patience I developed—for everything. How easily I rolled with the punches. My then toddler and baby. My mother’s critiques …
Rekindling
I don’t think I slept at all. My eyes closed, but early flights weigh too heavily on my mind to allow that sweet release into deep, restful sleep. Whenever Mike …