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A few weeks ago my youngest son demanded ice cream before lunch. Naturally, I dissented. A meltdown ensued. At about minute 20, I felt it… my voice got sharp, my tone tight, my body went into full “al...
What I learned about money as a kid was simple:
It was freedom.
My parents never showered me with gifts. In fact, my mom clipped coupons religiously, even though we were a solid two-income household...
My father-in-law passed away last week after a long, well-lived life.
His death brought with it a flurry of logistical questions, but also one deeply parental one:
What do we tell the kids?
Do our ...
When my oldest son was four, my wife, running on fumes, juggling a baby and no sleep, finally lost it.
He had refused to listen for the tenth time, and she snapped. She screamed.
He froze. Then, in ...
At the peak of pandemic stress, my wife called me out. “I hear you talking to your demanding clients and you never lose your cool. Their requests are ridiculous and you’re calm and thoughtful. Why are...
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