My Adoption Story

My Adoption Story

My Adoption Story: A Tale of Two Moms 1966 was the year in which I greeted the world. I was the product of a college romance at a time when bi-racial relationships were’t accepted very well. My birth mother was the oldest daughter of a brood of 9 kids....
Fun and Creative Ways to Teach Your Kids Valuable Life Skills

Fun and Creative Ways to Teach Your Kids Valuable Life Skills

Every parent wants to instill positive habits and foster the development of useful life skills in their children, but it’s often easier said than done. Kids aren’t always interested in learning things like the proper etiquette for using silverware at a formal dinner,...
Child Safety Tips To Prevent Dog Bites

Child Safety Tips To Prevent Dog Bites

Warmer months mean spending more time outside. This is especially so for kids. While there’s plenty of fun to be had on playgrounds, in parks, and at the pool, we should also be aware of some potential dangers. It’s important to teach children that there are safety...
Self-confidence-What Kids Will Say

Self-confidence-What Kids Will Say

Earlier this year, I performed at a child’s birthday party. When I asked the five year old birthday girl to come up front with me, she had a really sad expression. Usually they are happy to stand next to the the Magician. I asked if she could help me make some magic...
Benefits Of Creative Childhood Activities

Benefits Of Creative Childhood Activities

My kids are in college at the time I’m writing this. But when they were young, I tried to find fun things to do with them, like fishing, paintball, family games, bike riding, story time, sports, etc. I was following the example of my grandfather who created so...
Magic Show Room Setup

Magic Show Room Setup

“What is the best Magic Show Room Setup for the performance?” This is a question that I hear often from parents. Briefly, it is best to have me place the stage area in front of the fireplace or a wall. Ideally, there will not be a window next to me…the kids don’t need...