I know better?

I called my father several weeks ago, and his voice sounded off. He said that he had a cold and felt terrible so he'd call when he was feeling better. I week passed, without hearing from him, so I called again, and again he said that he'd call when he was feeling better, but he…

Change: The dance of Life

Years ago, someone in my family got quite angry with me for not acknowledging her daughter's birthday. I remember the feelings of guilt and embarrassment, but it wasn't because I hadn't remembered. I was particularly un-wealthy at that point in my life, and didn't want to just send a card (what 10-year-old is happy to…

what can I bring?

My father and I are taking a trip today, but this time I will be doing the driving. He turned 87 this year, and I'll be 57 next week. When he asked me what I wanted for my birthday, I told him that I would love to go up north (to the Saranac Lake/Paul Smiths…