In today’s world, it’s easy to get hung up on the pursuit of happiness. But Larry Bernstein doesn’t want his kids to be happy, he wants so much more for them. — “I just want my children to be happy.” How many times have I heard parents say this? The proclamation comes off as if it…
My Son Is In Middle School: Now What?
Memories of our boy needing us for the reasons that children need their parents and then some are hard to put aside. We were very much needed. Now–not so much. — Babies are born completely helpless. They need help for everything. EVERYTHING. Burping, bathing, eating, drinking, dressing – oh my! Slowly, the baby grows and…
Why My Wife and I Exchange Presents and You Should Too
Larry Bernstein loves exchanging presents with his wife over the holidays. But it has nothing to do with material goods. Believe or not, it really is the thought that counts… — “You didn’t get me any presents yet?” “Well I…” “Black Friday passed.” “I know, but…” “Channukah’s like 10 days away.” “I know.” “I got…
Figuring Out How to Be a Penn State Fan In the Post-Sandusky World
Like many Penn State alum, Larry Bernstein was horrified by the Jerry Sandusky child molestation scandal and wonders if rooting for his alma mater will ever be the same.
For the Love of Reading: Building a Family That Reads
Larry Bernstein discusses his family’s love for reading and how he was recently able to share one of his favorite childhood books with his son.
The Ties of My Father
Larry Bernstein’s father died seventeen years ago, but his memory lives on in the neckties that were passed down from father to son.
‘Front Seat Chronicles’ Lets Us Eavesdrop On Conversations
New show eschews elaborate sets and silly plots for something much better: conversations.
What Exactly Do We Owe Our Kids?
In light of a recent news story about a teenager suing her parents for college tuition, Larry Bernstein wonders what essential items parents should be obligated to provide for their children.
What Do We Want for Our Children?
The tragic and untimely death of Philip Seymour Hoffman made a lot of people think. Larry Bernstein thought about the children.
The Great Holiday Gift Debate: Do Shirts Count?
Should holiday gifts to our children be the things they want or the things they need? Larry Bernstein wants to know.
A Shot Goes Off and I Don’t Care
Larry D. Bernstein feels an unnatural sense of not-caredness about the latest public shooting, even though it happened five minutes from his house. And he wonders why.
Love and Losing: A Bonding Story
What is more important when picking a favorite sports team: tradition or location? Larry Bernstein shares losing, love, and baseball with his 9-year-old son.
Three Lessons Children Can Learn From the Government Shutdown
It seems to Larry Bernstein that all the politicians involved in the government shutdown need to go back to some basic lessons they learned in Kindergarten.
You Have My Word
After watching the movie Bully, Larry Bernstein vows to do everything he can to help stop bullying. What will you do?
Love Him as He Is
Larry Bernstein loves his son and sees all of the positives. But what is there to do when other people focus on the negatives?