I can’t do it. After 50+ high school and college presentations with my sons Andrew and Michael – without incident, I immediately knew something was wrong. … Read more “The Day My Son Michael Taught 500 Students about Respect”
Category: Bullying
Forgiveness – Personally Powerful
Upon arriving at Auschwitz, 10-year-old Eva Kor and her twin sister watched their family disappear – never to be seen again. Then Josef Mengele subjected them to… Read more “Forgiveness – Personally Powerful”
Expecting More, “We Showed Them”
Meet Kristin and Donna – two women in their mid-40s. They’re also Special Olympics athletes that compete on my sons’ team. Recently, they reminded a whole lot… Read more “Expecting More, “We Showed Them””
Adults Bullying Kids in Their Care
Surely my 17-year-old son was mistaken. To retrieve his book bag after school one day, I had to see the principal – and pay $5.00. Off to… Read more “Adults Bullying Kids in Their Care”
Friending the Friendless Child
Friends. Buddies. Acquaintances. Every child, teen and young adult – not just the most popular – need someone who notices them. And then goes one step further… Read more “Friending the Friendless Child”
When Bullying Goes Undetected
Imagine going to school every day and being preoccupied. Another unpleasant incident is sure unfold – perhaps when least expected. You’re on edge. You struggle to pay… Read more “When Bullying Goes Undetected”