Following also is my latest MediaPost column…
The Little Things Can Offer The Greatest Lessons And Inspiration
My 18-month-old son has been obsessed with hinges since the age of six months. It’s awesome to watch such a simple apparatus fascinate such an early yet fast-developing mind.… Read the rest
My cousin Ariel died a few hours ago after a three-year bout with bone cancer. She turned fifteen a few months ago. I’m relieved her suffering has ended, and her spirit can be free. Ariel underwent hell, but still was the epitome of optimism and selflessness — always, even until the end.… Read the rest
It’s often said that open communication is the key to a long-lasting relationship. I’m not sure how you’d classify this one, but tonight Laura and I communicated via email to plan our May 3 weekend. That’s not so strange except that I was on the third floor in my home office, while she was on the first floor in our sun room.… Read the rest
My Grandfather, Alfred Norbury Brown, died this past Saturday at age 93. He had his quirks, but always was one of my favorite people. He embodied curiosity, drive and authenticity. We shared a love for sailing, and a common obsession with practicality. He also was a pioneer in social media — far before there ever was an Internet.… Read the rest
Sometimes I scare myself. My parents recently brought over a handwritten Thanksgiving essay I composed for second-grade English class. Yeah, I hadn’t seen this masterpiece since I wrote it in 1983! Here it is (and above is the actual illustration that went along):
… Read the restMax Kalehoff English
My mom made me get up early in the morning and kill a turkey for Thanksgiving.
