When Everything Shut Down
Remembering the Covid shutdowns on the sixth anniversary, and looking at two outstanding books for teens that portray those difficult months.
Luck
Thoughts on the end of a difficult year and the lessons from the subject of one of my verse books in progress.
BrickFair in Person!
Looking forward to returning to Lego conventions and other events in person in the fall.
What I Would Be Doing…
Checking in on some of our favorite Lisbon restaurants via the internet and in person with our favorite Portuguese cafe in New York City.
Cooperative Play
The twins arrive at the nine-month mark this weekend. They're contented little boys most of the time. They enjoy playing with their toys and listening to books when they're not…
How to Stop Anti-AAPI Hate
Discussion, links, and book list for children and teens to help combat hate and violence against AAPI people.
Opening Up for the Vaccinated
Travel advice for "tourists at home" and visitors to New York City as more people are vaccinated and restrictions ease.
Growing and Changing!
Update and pictures of the twins, who are now seven months old and recognizing each other.
On Watching “Chernobyl” Post-Covid
How seeing the miniseries Chernobyl in 2021 rather than when it came out in 2019 has affected my perception of the show (and our own Covid-19 response)