The book is no ordinary story. It is a fascinating journey about a small girls’ school in rural Chatham, Virginia, that encountered multiple setbacks in its first 100-year history (1884-1994) but each time it chose to live. Like the Phoenix bird of ancient lore, it rose from the ashes to soar to heights unimaginable by... Read More

Got snow? As I am writing, there are about 14 inches of the glorious stuff on the ground. Some are having fun with it and some are shoveling it, but all are probably amazed at the beauty a good snowfall can bring to the world. However, for parents of young children, snow days present plenty... Read More

Many people seem to long for a simpler time and when they are pressed to articulate what they mean “respect for others” invariably is part of the definition. According to a study completed for KRC Research, 70% of Americans believe incivility in our country has reached crisis proportions. Professor Forni, who is founder of the... Read More