Lincoln And Thanksgiving It is easy to be thankful, to feel gratitude when we get good news. You got the job!” Your tests came back and showed no cancer!” The baby is healthy!” In those moments, and so many like … Continue reading
Different Loves By Alessandro Ghebreigziabiher is a fascinating anthology of four short stories about love. The author, an acclaimed Italian writer, storyteller, and actor, honored me by requesting that I write the preface to the book. He asked me because of … Continue reading
WHY CAN’T THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT LAST THE WHOLE YEAR LONG? For many people, taking down the holiday decorations is a bit of a bittersweet reminder of the end of beautiful season and the passing of another year. I’d like to … Continue reading
The “Lincoln” movie drew rave reviews from critics and audiences worldwide. It was nominated for numerous Oscars. Since, as a historian, I often speak to audiences about Lincoln’s life and his murder, I have been receiving a lot of questions about … Continue reading
I often speak to audiences comprised of older adults. It is always a joy for me to hear their enthusiastic response to presentations about history! Just as enjoyable for me, however, is listening to their stories. In 2012 I did a presentation … Continue reading