December 3, 2012
Abstract: Presidents and my family, two topics I love to discuss. This blog from late 2012 reminds us of a path to living the good life. — Last week, while helping my niece with high school application essays, I came across a quote from FDR. He was an alum of one of the schools she […]
November 25, 2012
Abstract: What would a biographer entitle their book about your entire life if you died today? Mine i hope would be the title of this blogpost from 2012. Let me be clear: I fail to live up to my responsibility, involvement often, but NOT more often than I meet this lofty call to action. And it […]
November 12, 2012
Abstract: Mitt Romney in late 2012 was a failed candidate and now is a member of the Senate. And this week (9-24-19) back in the news as our country grapples with a categorical lack of virtue at the highest levels of government . . . For us: I implore every reader to “chase after” virtuous […]
October 29, 2012
Abstract: One of my favs about writing a book about my Italian-American family. Lots of fear and lots of fun! — My sister and I recently (in 2012) hired Stories Inc., “a life history company committed to helping families document, preserve and share their loved one’s experiences and stories.” [2019 Update: The firm has a […]
July 26, 2012
Abstract: Trying to make sense out of seemingly senseless acts of violence. Whether it’s Aurora or September 11th, choose love else Osama Bin Laden ultimately wins. — The violent and murderous attack in Aurora, CO this past week has me thinking about love. I know, seems kooky, but just stick with me here . . […]
