So Long Summer

Posted on Sunday, August 13th, 2023

My longtime friends from high school and I have a unique tradition. Every five years, we embark on a special trip with our wives. In 2018, on the occasion of our 50th birthday, we celebrated in Tuscany, residing in the splendid villa owned by Trudy Styler and her husband, Sting. This year, we opted for… read more.

Encouragement?

Posted on Sunday, June 11th, 2023

Last week I told you about my son’s quest for summer employment. We all had dinner together, and he was obviously down. As he left the dinner table, I called him back to give him some encouragement and tell him how proud I was of him and his efforts. He left the room with his… read more.

Recession Lesson

Posted on Sunday, June 4th, 2023

My youngest son has been pounding the pavement to find a summer job. I know what you are thinking. Why did he wait so long to look for a job? I read him the riot act. The fact is he had a job. Over Christmas break, he worked for a friend’s father in their warehouse,… read more.