Living - July 29, 2009
Would you give up your bag at gunpoint?
Knock on wood, I have not been robbed or mugged at gunpoint, so whenever I hear that a victim gets injured after refusing to give up a backpack or purse to someone with a weapon, I get really judgmental.
Tags: crime, gun, holdup, robbery, shooting

Kids & Family - Jan. 27, 2009
The urban lessons keep coming
Like most parents choosing to raise their kids in the city, most of the time, I'm confident and certain about my choice. Once in a while, however, something happens that makes me question my decision.
Tags: urban lessons, robbery, parenting