Parenting is the world’s hardest job. It consumes your money, time, and emotions. If not careful, it can destroy your moral compass. Before becoming a…
Mark ShatzJuly 8, 2020
“Really?” “Whatever!” “Seriously?” A teenager’s attitude playlist is lengthy. Yet, most teens have reliable favs – my son’s go-to snarky response is “Fine.” As a…
Mark ShatzJuly 6, 2020
The Real Gift of Father’s Day What are you getting for Father’s Day? A sure bet is a shirt, hat, or apron declaring your paternal…
Mark ShatzJuly 5, 2020
If you like this blog, then join the 170,000 readers who own a copy of my book, Comedy Writing Secrets (3rd ed). It probably will…
Mark ShatzJuly 4, 2020
The bulk of a school lunch is easy to pack. There’s the entree, typically a sandwich. The side dishes can range from carb heaven, like…
Mark ShatzJuly 3, 2020
My childhood school experience was atypical. I grew up in Chicago, and I only attended two schools – a K-8 elementary school and a high…
Mark ShatzJuly 2, 2020
I made many parental mistakes. A biggie was falling in love with the Lunchables. It was infatuation at first sight. I saw it in the…
Mark ShatzJuly 1, 2020
Getting school supplies for the primary grades is simple. Get the teacher’s list, take the kid to Wal-Mart, and buy stuff. Savant parents put the…
Mark ShatzJuly 1, 2020
Father’s and Mother’s Day rock. Lots of gifts made in China. A few loving cards written by twenty-something, childless Hallmark copyeditors. Brunch at Cracker Barrel.…
Mark ShatzJune 19, 2019
