Author Archives: S. J. Tagliareni

Life begins where your comfort zone ends. It is marvelous that so many of us daily meet our personal responsibilities. We have obligations and  the community relies on our fulfilling the many rules,roles and duties that come with adult life. … Continue reading →

The status of  education is vital to the growth and welfare of America. The issues are incredibly complex because some schools are outstanding,others are mediocre and unfortunately some are dismal failures. In the search for solutions my gut feeling is … Continue reading →

Yesterday I saw the movie”Bully” and it had a profound effect on me.It is disturbing to realize that children all over this country daily experience such mental and physical suffering. If you have ever been bullied I wish you to … Continue reading →

There is a vast difference in being alone and being lonely.Many wonderful moments are spent in the solitude of one’s self. The thoughts about life,personal destiny, relationships and a host of other issues can fill us with wonder and meaning.In … Continue reading →

Yesterday I received an advanced copy of my novel and it was quite startling to actually hold the finished copy in my hands.As I examined each chapter I was reminded of how many people were actually involved in the process. … Continue reading →

Watched an interesting program about nostalgia last evening. The premise was that many older persons(defined as anyone older than I am) prefer the past to the present. They see their earlier days as ones that were filled with values that … Continue reading →

I had an extended conversation with a young Army vet yesterday.He had two tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan ,and has been unemployed for six months. He was obviously bright, well spoken and had a bevy of experience in … Continue reading →

There are many influences that help shape the character and belief system of children. All of us have in many ways internalized the feedback provided not only by parents, but but also by other members of our environment. The world … Continue reading →

Riding on the train yesterday through many of the small towns and villages of New Jersey I was struck by the explosion of nature. Flowers and new plantings casts their myriad colors to form a palette that filled the human … Continue reading →

I was enthralled by the beauty of the art displayed yesterday in my visit o the Frick museum. The genius of artists from different cultures,different periods and diverse styles was so magnificent that it clearly indicated the value and beauty of … Continue reading →