Funeral Attire

Funeral Attire

What to do when you’re on vacation and suddenly have to attend a funeral, but don’t have any clothes appropriate for the occasion? Here’s my story.

Hits, Flops, And Other Illusions

Hits, Flops, And Other Illusions

This memoir by director Ed Zwick (who made “Glory,” “Blood Diamond,” “About Last Night” and lots of other movies) is a great read. Here’s why, and a sample of the stories he shares.

Five Random Thoughts

Five Random Thoughts

Quickies about burning candles, political opinions, dead people, describing wine, and how I ended a discussion on religion with an annoyed Catholic.

Game Show Complaints

Game Show Complaints

I’m a longtime viewer of “The Amazing Race,” “Survivor,” and “Jeopardy!” But there are aspects of the current seasons that are driving me crazy.

One Life

One Life

Here’s my review of a new movie starring Anthony Hopkins as Nicholas Winton, who saved hundreds of Jewish kids from the Nazis during World War II — a story he kept secret for 50 years.