Manageable Doses of Advice for Parents
The Gift of Goofy Antics and a Thoughtful Birthday Song
Wipe Dipe and Lawn Stripes written and sung by Richay Joseph
I recently read Ken Cadow’s book, Gather. Ian, the main character, acknowledges the adults who have “gathered for him” throughout his life. I teared up when I read this because almost everyone I know benefited greatly from being surrounded by anchoring adults or having one person who helped them find their way. » Read more
Boomer Glitch
It turns out I was confused by Apple Maps when traveling on foot until my daughter yanked my head out of my backside. One issue is that I often reach for my phone to get directions without putting on my glasses. » Read more
Must I Review EVERY dang thing?
I dream of a day that I can make a purchase, stay at a hotel or engage in commerce without being haunted to give feedback or leave a review. I believe choosing to purchase an item, stay at a hotel or eat at a restaurant is the positive feedback – I chose the establishment or product over a lot of other options. » Read more
Terry Crews Redefines Tough
I was so moved by Tough: My Journey to True Power by Terry Crews that I listened to it twice and will likely read it as well. It is loaded with wisdom. I now include Tough on every resource list I share with students, educators, coaches and parents. » Read more
Back Squawk
Three Hecklers, Two Moms, One Cringy Conversation
Flying under the radar is easy for me, especially with my gray hair, a slightly tragic fanny pack, supportive hiking boots and a well-worn baseball cap. Confronting intoxicated college student hecklers at a sports event is not a practice I relish, but sometimes I can’t help myself from stepping into the mix. » Read more
Social Survival for Boys
The Challenges of Navigating Online Pressure
My concern for the well-being of boys and men started young and eventually inspired me to become an educator and a speaker. Flying under the radar in the land of boys well into my teens allowed me to witness common ways that boys manage the pressure to feel enough. » Read more
Fiasco Management
Pause, adapt, and in some situations…Dismiss
My parents, Reg and Nancy Pierce were in their mid-forties when they became innkeepers. From 1971 until 2002, Reg and Nance hosted a wide variety of events at Pierce’s Inn, sometimes taking on challenging events just to keep the Place afloat. » Read more
Drifty Over Fifty
Bruce and I have stepped up our dementia preventia efforts over the last few years. We feed the microbiome with a diversity of plants, sleep more, hydrate with gusto, exercise and meditate most days. He does crossword puzzles, and I do Sudoku. » Read more