The United Colors of Donavon

Juneteenth, 2020 Irene and I inject current events into the dinner table conversation at every possible chance, making sure our three kids know how we think and feel about the issues of the day. The meaning of Easter, 9/11, deaths in the family, and LGBTQ have topically traversed across our quartz countertop, but the George […]

My Dad’s Eulogy

My father passed on August 20, 2019; he was 81. His eulogy is the second hardest speech I’ve given in my life; the first was for my mom. “Thank you Amida Society for engaging with and befriending my dad. And special thanks to Jackie and Kenny for watching over him in his last weeks. If […]

Those Who Make the World Go ‘Round

Dear Kids, You’re 7, 10, and 13 now, and life’s just beginning for you young souls. Along the way, you’ll meet all different types of people. Some you’ll enjoy being around; some you’ll learn to love; and unfortunately, many will disappoint you. That’s just life. You each have friends right now that mean the world […]