THE INVISIBLE HOMELESS October 15, 2009

I read that 16% of our school age children are homeless according to a survey from 2007. Can this be true and not on the front page? In my son’s fifth grade class of 25, is it possible 4 children do not have a home to go to, or a bed to sleep in every [...]

Giving is easy, asking is hard. October 6, 2009

I am so inspired by all of the  self-made entrepreneurs who now give back in a very big way, Somerville, Gates, Oprah, Bono, etc.    People with humble beginnings, who through drive, talent and intelligence have created their own wealth.  As impressed as I am by these people, I know the joy truly is in the [...]

Mandatory Charm School for our Nation of Narcissists September 17, 2009

I spent one summer of Saturdays attending Charm School on the fifth floor of the May Company Department Store with the rest of the boys and girls from my neighborhood.   Our parents said it was mandatory, no discussion.  We learned table manners, how to address adults and our fellow students with respect, how to dress [...]