What makes a Superhero? Tino can spot a superhero a mile away. “It’s a bird! It’s a plane!” I say. “No Daddy. It’s Superman!” Tino replies. Right now it’s all about Superman and Spider-Man. I should note that he has seen neither in any form of movie, book, or TV show, so it boggles my …
The Wand of Power My son Tino, who is nearly two and a half, like all two year olds, has become an all absorbing sponge. It is evident now more than ever largely because he can verbally repeat everything he hears (and does so on a regular basis). We were recently snuggled up on …
During their second year, toddlers begin to feel themselves as separate beings: using their own name, starting to be possessive about toys, and starting to resist simple instructions from their parents. What psychologists call negativism is a normal sign in the second half of the second year of life. “As the concept of NO begins …
Love is a splendid thing Valentine’s Day is in the air and people are celebrating their love for each other both new and used alike. I went hunting for Valentine’s Day Cards myself and came across a box of cards similar to the ones I use to pass out in elementary school to all my …
Clean up your act! Today, (January 1st) I began a 10 Day cleanse. The new year seemed like the perfect time to rid myself of bad habits, addictions and poor health choices. My addictions may not be alcohol nor drugs but I can imagine the hang up. I have an overwhelming disposition to coffee and …
Making up the Season- Christmas can be a confusing time of the year for children. To be honest I still don’t have it all sorted out. My father came to Hawaii when he was 11 years old , I don’t know much about his life there before then. He came during the exile in China …
Photo courtesy of Dean Wong Every year at this time I bake my father’s pumpkin pie recipe. It’s hailed as the best pumpkin pie by folks who have ever tasted it. For as far back as I can remember my father Chef Wong, made incredible pies; apple pies, blueberry pies, peach pies, rhubarb pies, banana …
You Never Know Until You Know- When we put our son to bed each night, one of us sits in the room, usually plays a bit of classical music to soothe the savage beast. He always makes sure the same friends are there with him when he crawls into bed, Mr. Bunny, puppy dog and …