Stress Tests
My son, Madden, just found out where he’ll be attending high school. Doesn’t seem like that would be a big deal, but it is in Chicago Public Schools. The whole application process to get into high schools here in Chicago has begun to feel a lot like applying to...
Spring in My Step
Spring is in the air. And in my step. Do you feel it where you are? Spring in Chicago is amazing. The city thaws out from winter somewhat slowly and then gradually makes the transition to Spring. January and February are usually fairly gray in Chicago. During those...
Years Gone “Bye”
Jersey turns 10 tomorrow. And, when I think about that, a lot of emotions come up for me. It has also gotten me thinking about the passage of time. Time is weird. We never see it, but it’s always passing. The other night, I was in her room with her as she was...
Game Days
By now you probably know that I attend A LOT of games beyond bowling. Baseball. Basketball. Football. This week, I took Madden and one of his friends to a Chicago Bulls game. Their school gave out free tickets so I jumped on the chance to take him and his friends for...
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