How to Mend Miscommunication

Have you ever walked away from a conversation understanding one thing, but found out later on that the whole thing … More

A Crash Course in Aikido: Living a Healthy, Memorable Life with Martial Arts

Most of us don’t start thinking about health and longevity until an unexpected death occurs. Fortunately, we don’t have to … More

The Color of Fear: Friends (Diversity Series, Part II)

When friends come over for dinner, does everyone look like you? In an exploration of what it means to make … More

Gratitude: A New Year’s Resolution

This year I’ve not made any New Year’s resolutions, something that in the past had often marked the metaphorical turning … More

Allies for a New Generation of Conscience

This semester I’ve been taking the time to listen to my students’ stories, the ones they never tell. I’ve been … More

Believing in People: Practical Practice in Supporting Each Other

    I’d like to think that as a teacher, it’s my job to believe in people, especially when they … More

Four Great Reasons to Get a Game Night Going

    While I make time to play with children as often as possible, I also love to play games … More

Children and Board Games Go Together

These days, video games are all the rage with young people. They’re everywhere and really fun. They’re exciting because they … More

Learning to Age with Grace and Dignity

  Now that I’m older and more aware of the cycles of life, I see how critical it is to … More

There’s Still Time for Broccoli!

    Hello, all you fresh-vegetable lovers. This message is for you. If you’re in the San Francisco Bay Area, … More