One of my favorite lessons at my Montessori schools is nature walks. Our children enjoy a stroll exploring the wetlands behind the schools. We admire the weeping willow trees. The children squeal with delight to see a tree frog land from one … [Read more...]
Happy Birthday Dad
Tomorrow would have been Dad's 86th Birthday. He left us almost a decade ago, yet I feel his presence in every ounce of my being. I talk to his photo on my dresser, almost on a daily basis. His advice was simple, yet honest. Principles by which … [Read more...]
Treating People with Indignity
I just returned home to the U.S. after a nonstop 15 hr flight from New Delhi. Tired. Jet lagged. A tad disoriented. Happy to be back to my beloved America! We are such a great country, respected the world over for our freedom, democracy, … [Read more...]
Words of a Wise Man
My Dad was famous for not mincing his words. His words of wisdom over the years defined, to a large extent, the tenets by which I live my life. "Never be impressed by people who have money," he proclaimed. "Even a hooker has money!" Got to love … [Read more...]