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 I have long loved this Bob Dylan song . It is a poignant story of love lost, and is remarkably musical for Dylan. In classic folk-song styl...

 I have sympathy for those in the wedding business who are discomfited by same sex marriage. Seriously I do. I mean, who I marry is nobody e...

 In Science class today we looked at genetics, and I was trying to stress that genetics are not destiny. Genes don't make you smart all ...

I listened to the recording of Amahl and the Night Visitors many, many times as a child. So many I can now sing most of the libretto by hea...

The usual answer to "why do we need to learn history?" typically involves doom and repetition. An alternative answer is that it le...

Isabelle has decided she wants to raise chickens in our back yard. (For those who don't know, our house stands on 0.14 acres. A back yar...

Isabelle wanted to see Home , the Hollywood adaptation of Adam Rex's fantastic book The True Meaning of Smekday , so, being a good dad, ...

So, my survey of the best opening lines by independent authors has concluded. Participation was limited, results are not scientific, but her...

Follow this link for my rhubarb syrup recipe . For Kids and Adults: Add 2-3 Tbspn Rhubarb Syrup to 1 can seltzer. If the syrup is fro...

This is a double purpose recipe. The same procedure creates two fabulous things. Rhubarb Compote is a fabulous topping for pancakes , or fil...

To paraphrase myself I cannot remember a time without Pete Seeger, and I cannot remember a time without the music.  I could be three, or...

Isabelle has a boyfriend. He's nine years old. He's told her he loves her. She concurs. They haven't kissed, but they do hug. ...