Monthly Archives: December 2014

Started sketching out the somewhat autobiographical novel and the memories are exploding.One vivid one is driving to Holy Trinity parish the first time. Nervous and excited I left my family home in Jersey City and drove to Westfield. Once on … Continue reading →

Wonderful time in South Darmouth and thrilled to see the progress being made by Pam and Jay on their new home on the water.now if we could only convince a family member to buy a place in Tuscany.Currently waiting for … Continue reading →

Saw the movie Unbroken yesterday and though I had read the book it was so powerful.it is hard to believe that human beings can torture so ruthlessly.I am not naive having interviewed torture victims during the years but the realization … Continue reading →

Wonderful party at Georgia and Mark’s last night.Mark is one of ten children and his remarkable ninety year old Mother was there .She is so sharp and a literal fountain of wisdom.Her continued impact on not only past but future … Continue reading →

Years ago a friend of mine a successful trial lawyer won a settlement for a client in a case of police brutality.He told me’”Sal this was a rogue cop but I never forget that the overwhelming number of cops are … Continue reading →

The Sunday morning talk show could have aptly beeb titled “The Blame Show.”Politicians and media members culled the reasons why the blame fell on the protests, the police or certain politicians. There was little rational discourse about where we as … Continue reading →

The assassination of two New York City police officers is an evil act beyond human understanding.The wave of hate and misunderstanding cannot be allowed to continue.This heinous act of violence cannot be justified by any of the recent events and … Continue reading →

Recent polls indicate that the chasm between races in this country still exists and has become more pronounced because of recent events The tensions surrounding Ferguson and other cities is in reality the tip of the iceberg.Distance and lack of … Continue reading →

One of the marvelous things about Pope Francis is that he sees beyond rigid positions to what can be achieved by real love of humanity. His willingness to reach out to world leaders to encourage them to go beyond long … Continue reading →

Last night we visited the Menorah and Christmas tree on the Washington mall.The night was cold and crisp and the season’s spirit was so tangible. At that moment I felt such an overwhelming sensation of peace and wished that everyone … Continue reading →