Let me apologize for briefly discussing my recent and long-awaited vacation in early June. I don’t post pictures on Facebook of places we visit, and this group vacation has been on hold […]
In many cases, our children have been the somewhat silent victims of the slowing but ongoing pandemic — mainly because they are kids and not adults. They were shut out of their […]
When everything looks hopeless, you’re the hope. — Congressman Jamie Raskin As we near two full years of this unprecedented pandemic, one of the unseen byproducts of this tragedy is the utter […]
Growing up in San Pedro, the Christmas holiday was one of anticipation and wonderment for my siblings and me. We repeatedly pored over the Sears catalog and its extensive toy and sports […]
Recently, I was reminded of the story of “John,” who each week went to the store to check out the winning lottery numbers, and each week John walked away shaking his head […]
Approximately 30 years ago, when I was still teaching and also president of the San Pedro Youth Coalition, I wrote an article for the Coalition’s Youth Times newsletter with this same title. […]
After an unprecedented year, our youth deserve more investment and commitment. As we continue to take steps to a more normal way of life, now is the time to address the needs […]
“Imagine all the people living life in peace.” – John Lennon Exactly 50 years ago, John Lennon released his iconic song “Imagine” to the world. As a huge Beatles/Lennon fan while attending […]
As the holidays gear up soon, starting with Thanksgiving, the following are some things to consider as we start planning to celebrate with family and friends over the next two months. 1. […]
Even with the realities and necessary limitations due to the pandemic, now is a time that our children need more support — and not less — given their social-emotional and academic development […]