Monthly Archives: November 2014

Thank you for all of the wonderful Birthday wishes. I was touched by so many friends sending such heartwarming notes. As the years pile up I am well aware that at some point the road ends but interestingly enough I … Continue reading →

When Frank Capra’s movie”It’s a Wonderful Life”was released it was viewed as a sentimental disaster.Over time it became a classic and this sentimental son of Sicily loved it. George Bailey was such a warm and caring man whose life touched … Continue reading →

Last night was very disturbing watching the reaction to the Ferguson verdict. The issues are so explosive and I knew that if the verdict was not to indict their would be violence. The issues are so volatile and unfortunately this … Continue reading →

Everyday I wake to multiple stories of rape. Allegations against Bill Cosby,gang rapes at college fraternities are not isolated ,they are merely the tip of the iceberg. Rapes are epidemic and the numbers are staggering but even more frightening when … Continue reading →

I am of the opinion that cable news prevents reasonable people from coming to solutions which benefit society. If we could for a period of time ignore MSNBC and FOX and listen to each other common ground could be found. … Continue reading →

It seems that all wonderful events must come to an end and this is true in our family. For years we have assembled at the idyllic retreat of Georgia and Mark outside of Woodstock, Vermont The place has been sold … Continue reading →

In 1939 a young Jewish boy of eight fled Berlin with his parents and came to the United States.He spoke no English but became one of the most powerful and accomplished icons of our entertainment world. Mike Nichols was not … Continue reading →

In the 1930’s the Nazis employed data of genetic  pseudo science to convince the public that Jews were inferior and were a detriment to the overall population. One of the chief monsters that accepted and acted on this so called … Continue reading →

Yesterday in doing a webinar for Nurse leaders across the country I was struck by what mammoth challenges they face. After listening to their individual hurdles I explored with them the power and value of encouragement both given and received. … Continue reading →

My new friend Perry makes me aware that every day we have the opportunity to bring sunshine or rain into the lives of others. He sits in the Corner bakery and his smile and happy greeting almost startle most of … Continue reading →