When I Was 12, I Thought I Was Gay...

Hurting Others Doesn't Help Anyone

A slap in the face triggered some thoughts on the risks of throwing social accountability to the wind, discarding the shackles of civility, and living like a disinhibited 10-year-old. Retaliation and self-protection may provide a level of personal relief, but it offers no secure foundation for our future as a society.

Me First, YOU Wait.

Some thoughts on how others treat us, how we are teaching children to treat others, and how we might respond...(4:45 minutes)

When I Was 12, I Thought I Was Gay...

Some thoughts on personal identity and social constructs, and why gender-neutral pronouns can be liberating.

Dear Children: It’s Your Country Now, Please Take It.

Kids, it’s time for you to take control of things.  You may not be able to drink at 18, but you can vote.  And in many states, you can run for an elected office.  Please wrest control of the country.

Dear White People

Some thoughts on race from the White father of Black children.