Recently I had, shall we say, a ‘difference of opinion’ with my satellite television company (the one I won’t mention by name because my attorney warned me not to). Although I had a legitimate reason for canceling my service, they were unwilling to adjust or waive the $300 cancellation fee. Which brings me to a rant—Cable companies (or internet or cell phone or fill in the blank) who require you to: A. Hand over your first born child ...

Recess was my best subject in school. I’d wait all morning for the shrill of the bell that signaled permission to tear out onto the blacktop and search for that day’s best friend. When we tired of jump rope, monkey bars and really bad jokes, we’d inevitably end up playing our all time favorite—TAG. Reflecting back I now realize that it was one of the first laboratories for my relationships. It was on the playfield that I learned what...

Recess was my best subject in school. I’d wait all morning for the shrill of the bell that signaled permission to tear out onto the blacktop and search for that day’s best friend. When we tired of jump rope, monkey bars and really bad jokes, we’d inevitably end up playing our all time favorite—TAG. Reflecting back I now realize that it was one of the first laboratories for my relationships. It was on the playfield that I learned what...