Baby rarely “talks” out loud – unless it’s early morning when we haven’t roused fast enough to feed her. Then she has been known to race around the room verbalizing her displeasure. Primarily, however, Baby is quiet. Yet her feline form shouts her intent. Sleeping curled...
When I was a child, we said grace before our evening meals. During Sunday dinners, my parents generally deferred to my grandfather, who gave thanks in a more religious manner, usually starting with, “Dear Heavenly Father…”. As he spoke, we all held hands and bowed...
For years I have heard Ariel and Shya make the following suggestion to folks who are dating: go out with a variety of guys or gals - not just ones they think might be “The One.” To the best of my ability I listened to...
It was the Saturday morning of our annual fall weekend courses in Hamburg, Germany and we were experiencing a bit of “schmuddle weather.” Properly spelled in German that is “schmuddelwetter” which means drizzly and chilly with enough moisture in the air to make you feel...
We really love feathers And so does she We gave Baby a new one When she turned three Time has flown by What a fun pun Her brand new white feather Has been loads of fun. * Baby turned 3 on March 29th, 2023...
On the antiquated subway car that day, Andy discovered that his ears were perfect. Oh but there had been a time when they were not. Kids can be cruel after all. Growing up in St. Joseph, Missouri, Andy was a normal boy except for one thing...
I am the CEO of my own engineering firm, which I founded several years ago. I love my work, and I also love volunteering for things I’m passionate about. One of those things is Transformation, and I volunteer as a producer for Ariel and Shya’s...
Shya and I went for a walk one summer morning. It was bright, cool and early. I wanted to get a jump on the day and stretch my legs before the heat hit. I had a 7:45am meeting, so we set off at a brisk...
Celebrating at the Academy Awards after-party, I held my team’s gleaming Oscar. I was amazed by two things: one, that I was actually holding an Oscar, and two, how tricky my own mind could be....
Baby minces along the narrow beam as if it is a broad surface. In awe of her balance, we watch her progress. A sigh of relief when she reaches the wider platform. Falling from this height, in reality, is doubtful. Still, we are happy to have pet insurance. ...