Now 45 years old and with two tween boys, one dad looks at his becoming an aging parent and the modern dad’s midlife crisis.
growing up
Knock, Knock: Conversations with My Teenage Daughter
Most conversations with teenage post-millennial daughter start with me knocking on her bedroom door. It usually doesn’t get better from there. Until it does.
A Letter to My 1-Year-Old Daughter
A touching first birthday letter to a daughter about the “absolute blur and a thrilling joy ride” her initial 12 months of life have been.
It’s Showtime When Daughters Become Women
There are upsides as my daughters become women, parting with childhood and leaving my influence behind. It takes time and patience to find them, though.
Dad’s Heartfelt, Hilarious Birthday Letter to His 4-Year-Old
You’re testing me constantly, 4-year-old. I know, it’s your job. I wish that was something the government would pay you a decent wage for.
How We Celebrate Christmas and Hanukkah
Christmas time can be oppressive one for us Jews especially when we’re children. Here’s how I’m helping my child cope with it.