How many books do you know that your parents had read to them – and they read them to you – and you’re reading them to your children and grandchildren? Not many stand the test of time. But Dr. Seuss books are different. My kids loved Dr. Seuss. They loved the whimsical pictures, the rhythmic […]
Perspective
Things To Do On an Airplane
I’ve been flying a lot lately. It’s a pretty unnatural thing to do, when you think about it. You sit in an aluminum tube next to people you don’t know, reading used magazines with the crossword puzzles already filled out, eating peanuts and avoiding conversation. The doors are locked (thankfully), so you can’t escape – […]
Nobody Wins the Rat Race
Several years ago, my wife and I attended a Renaissance Faire. It’s an outdoor event that replicates life during medieval times, with jousting competitions, fair maidens, period costumes and people walking around chewing on roasted turkey legs. One long row included rustic games. For a few coins, you could test your skill in competition with […]