Houdini & Thurston
A short contrast of Howard Thurston and Harry Houdini
Comparing America magicians Harry Houdini and Howard Thurston.
The Price of Learning: Gradecard Dilemma
There is a paradox concerning a parent's push for good grades. The kids don't care about learning.
Mountain Lion
Photos and video of the Mountain Lion, also known as the cougar, puma and panther.
Hole in my Heel
The story of how I survived a wound that killed legendary Achilles.
Virginia Crosby
Virginia is the crafty mother of four and grandmother of nine children.
Promoting Interest in the Classroom
An essay about the role teachers play in making subjects interesting, valuable and relevant to students. Prompted by an Open-House visit to Westland High School.
Google's Dewey Update
Some thoughts on the latest upheaval to the search engine world and the so-called Dewey Update.
A Perspective on Patriotism
Essay about patriotism, nationalism and America.