Me: Good night. Daughter: I hate Tuesdays. Me: Oh, Tuesdays aren’t so bad. Daughter: Yes they are. I hate Tuesdays because there’s so much to do and I have dance class and school and I have to be away from my family for hours. I wish Tuesdays were never invented. Me: *sigh* Good night, dear. [...]

Beautiful, funny, and at times painful to watch. Recommended—and not just at Thanksgiving (but also especially then). Pieces of April (Netflix)

It’s easier to say “I love you too” than it is to say “I love you anyway.” But I’m convinced that if you can’t, it won’t last. Fortunately, I have a very understanding and patient (and lovely and talented) wife. Our 10th anniversary was this January. Incidentally, the traditional 10th anniversary gift is tin. But [...]

She’s seven. We celebrated at the Ice Palace, a skating rink. And there was much rejoicing, cake, and hot chocolate. And presents. Frankly, I was a little embarrassed by the incredible quantity of gifts I hauled out to the car afterwards. Don’t get me wrong—I am grateful and truly appreciate having friends who care about [...]

Me: So, how was the flight? Wife: Oh! I’ve got to tell you about this guy. So, we’re waiting to board and I coughed. Once. Into a tissue with my head turned. And—I’m not making this up—the guy standing next to me jumps three feet away with this look on his face like I just [...]

Feedburner claims there are hundreds of you who read this blog on a regular basis. Time is a rare and precious commodity and I’m honored (and frankly stunned) that you spend a few minutes of yours here. Some of you have commented but most of you just read. So, I’m genuinely curious: who are you? [...]

I wasn’t sure if it was because the sun was shining this morning or just because I got enough sleep last night, but I woke up today in a good mood. Maybe it was catching green lights all the way to the school or the fact that, on this particular morning, listening to That’s Entertainment [...]

Fanfare plays and the Olympic rings fade to reveal an arena filled with thousands of roaring fans. An obstacle course resembling a house with the roof removed waits under the lights as a lone man enters… Announcer: We now return to Bob and Katy in the Cosby arena for the finals of the Men’s Home [...]

Originally a six hour series that aired on Bravo in the US, Long Way Round is the documentary of Ewan McGregor’s and friend Charley Boorman’s motorcycle adventure around the world. It is the best adventure/buddy film I’ve ever seen. The best part: it’s true. You do not need to be a fan of motorcycles to [...]