“Your son’s been distracted by girls,” Miss Pelley informed Robert Steven Williams’ mother. “He’s a bit early on the curve. Have you had the birds and the bees discussion?”
Batter Up
My girlfriend’s 15 year old kid had played a year of Little League and hadn’t picked up a bat or glove since. This was an opportunity for us to bond, but the odds were stacked against us.
Every Kid a Winner
The patient coaches of Little League inspire players to walk away from every game, a winner.
I Stopped Playing Sports to Keep My Health Insurance
Robert Steven Williams used to play competitive sports. Now his fears of getting benched by his health insurance have him sidelined.
Tim Tebow and Me
Whether or not he continues being a surprisingly effective football player, Robert Steven Williams writes, Tim Tebow has already made his mark.
Money and the Moral Compass
Robert Steven Williams wonders what a moral compass is when it’s not even being guided by morals.
What’s Yoga Without the Community?
Robert Steven Williams hasn’t been to a yoga class since he was injured in August, but that doesn’t mean he expected to stay out of touch.
Stay Hungry, and Don’t Get Fooled Again
Looking back on his own life, Robert Steven Williams isn’t so sure we should listen to all of Steve Jobs’ famous advice.
Phizzled Dreams
Is Philadelphia cursed? Robert Steven Williams thinks so.
How Much More Singing Can America Take?
With the premier of Simon Cowell’s X Factor, Robert Steven Williams wonders if another singing show can last.
Screw Tradition, Grab the Cash
As conference realignment changes the face of the NCAA, Robert Steven Williams wonders, “But what about the children?”
Warning: Yoga Is Dangerous
Robert Steven Williams’ injury in yoga class left him with a painful thigh and more than a little trepidation.
Should Softball Be This Painful?
Robert Steven Williams’ yoga practice didn’t prepare him for the dangers of pick-up softball.
Why Yoga Scares the Hell out of Me
The challenge of yoga is as much mental as it is physical.
Never Tell a Woman She Does Yoga Like a Guy
Robert Steven Williams doesn’t often get to do yoga with his girlfriend, but when he does, he sticks his foot in his mouth.
To Philly Fans: Chill Out
Robert Steven Williams wants a new word to be added to the Philadelphia sports lexicon: relax.