Resisting the Urge to Criticize
I went with my friend to watch his daughter’s travel team play in an AAU basketball tournament a few weeks ago. It was a fun day and I enjoyed watching her team play. The car ride home, however, was far less enjoyable. Usually, the parents are the reason for...
From Burned to Beautiful
About a year ago, a fire broke out in a conservation area in my neighborhood. The spark from a landscaper’s mower ignited some dry grass, which quickly spread to the adjacent trees. I watched in disbelief as flames shot high into the air and the beautiful leafy trees...
Spring Cleaning
Spring cleaning was an annual tradition for my grandmother. Each spring, she would roll up her sleeves, don yellow latex gloves, and embark on a thorough cleaning of her house. For her, the endeavor involved more than just running the vacuum, mopping the floors, and...
The Peanut Butter and Jelly Perspective
Today is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day! Is there any more iconic pairing than Peanut Butter and Jelly? According to a survey by the Smucker’s Company, the average American will eat 1,500 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches before graduating from high school....
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