Here’s a great mother-daughter story about fly fishing. There are some beautiful shots of scenery and fish. The anglers are fishing for steelhead (sea-run trout that go back to rivers to spawn) in British Columbia. Click above or here for the video. They’re “swinging” wet flies downstream, which means they let the current pull the fly
Category: Personal
I Am Grateful….
I am grateful for many people and for many things. I’m grateful that my children have enough to eat each day–and, that they are secure. My mother grew up as a war refugee and did not eat three meals a day. She and nearly all of her siblings died relatively young. I’m grateful for my
Applying to College
I applied to colleges sight unseen. My guidance counselor, a really nice person, was one of the freshman football coaches. My high school had negligible experience with selective east coast colleges. So, it is really weird to observe college admissions today. Two of my children are in high school and at schools that prescribe a great
Peace, Jerusalem and A Cappella Music
I recently was at a college mini-reunion. While there, they showed this very cool and moving video, a song called “Home,” which featured the Jerusalem YMCA Youth Chorus (click above or here) and YouTube sensation and Yale grad Sam Tsui. Micah Hendler, also a Yale grad, founded and directs the Chorus. I ran into someone
After the VC Conference at HBS
I recently was at an alumni conference at Harvard Business School. Every four to five years, a bunch of alumni, who are VCs, get together. There was a large turnout from all around the country, and it was great to see again so many old friends and to make new ones. For me, I left
A Fun Saturday
I learned last night that I would have today, Saturday, completely open. Most of the family is headed to Maine for a major cross-country race. Our oldest child is pre-occupied with homework and friends. So, I had most of the day to do whatever I wanted. Wow, what a rare and awesome treat. What a