As a kid, I was always told that I was a “bright kid who doesn’t […]
Year: 2013
Beach in July Theory
I began teaching in 1976. After a few years in the classroom it began to […]
“It’s Only Rock & Roll, but…”
I came. I saw. And, I… agree. They’re worthy of the title: “The World’s Greatest […]
Maine to NYC & Back in < 24 hours
Living in small-town Maine, you give up some of the amenities of cosmopolitan life: Broadway […]
Fessenden Commencement Address 2013
Yesterday I was honored to deliver the commencement address at The Fessenden School, a boys’ […]
Hot Seat Catapult
Sometimes I take for granted just how amazing everyday life at Hyde can be. ‘Tis […]
Stardust & Grandparents Day
Author Alex Hailey (1921-92) once said, “Nobody can do for children what grandparents do. Grandparents […]
Hyde’s BHAG in 3 Sentences
Hyde goes laconic… A few of us were sitting around talking about the merits of […]
“Keee-id…” – Rock Greetings & Salutations
If you teach or coach, you spend a lot of time counseling, advising, and just […]
In Defense of Food
Just before I left for Spain, a friend gave me a copy of Michael Pollan’s […]