My daughter's trip to China is rapidly coming to an end. I'm awed by the experience she has had and the great gift she's given me. We both have enjoyed this experience beyond our wildest expectations. Who would have thought that a young lady could set off on such an adventure – and carry it [...]

Chicago's libraries generally are places where there's something for everyone – you just need to know where to look. The Chicago Public Library is a great place to start. In fact, I suggest that the local library should be your first stop for books and DVDs for entertainment and education. But there's more. The Chicago [...]

It’s unfortunate that in this great new era where we have tools for connecting with other people that previous generations never even dreamed of, it’s harder than ever to connect with real people to develop meaningful relationships…personal, working or otherwise.

How old are you? 45… 57… 66? At what age do you become unproductive? Never mind what others tell you. The real question is what do YOU think. Chester Kmiec didn’t buy into fears of age discrimination. He just kept on keepin’ on… He started working in the Department of Finance for the City of Chicago [...]

A word to senior citizens.

When you have a bucket of lemons…make lemonade…and lemon chiffon pie…and lemon ice. Yes, yes, I know. We’re bombarded with all kinds of tragic news at home and abroad. It’s so bad now that we’re told most Americans have pretty much shut down. We’re in a holding pattern – waiting for things to improve. It’s true. Times [...]

Change without fear. We can get where we’re going.

Education is the one pursuit that can’t be taken away from you…choose it well.