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Larry Bernstein

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Holiday Tradition Needs a Reboot for Growing Son

November 20, 2018 by Larry Bernstein

He loved going to the Thanksgiving Parade for years. What happened? When did he grow up? Why did our holiday tradition become a low priority?

Filed Under: NYC, relationships Tagged With: growing up, holidays, Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, sons, Thanksgiving, traditions

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Void of Trick-or-Treaters, Neighborhood’s Halloween Brings Eerie Quiet

November 1, 2018 by Larry Bernstein

I miss seeing trick-or-treaters in their costumes. I miss giving out candy, especially the leftovers. I miss getting to know my neighbors.

Filed Under: events, NYC Tagged With: Aging, growing up, Halloween, holidays

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Educated Children Learn to Manage Their Responses, Rather Than Beat the System

July 17, 2018 by Larry Bernstein

An educated person who is willing to work hard and is resourceful has an advantage. A person who understands how to roll with the changes and moments in life has an advantage.

Filed Under: education, NYC, parenting styles Tagged With: growing up

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Grill Assembly and Lighting for Big July 4 BBQ, Fireworks Not Included

July 3, 2018 by Larry Bernstein

There was one final step. We had to make sure the grill would light. My father and I determined we would light a match, throw it in, and turn the knob at the same time. And pray.

Filed Under: events, NYC Tagged With: cooking, food and drink, Fourth of July, holidays, humor

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Why You Can’t Get Parenting Right No Matter How Long, Hard You Try

April 5, 2018 by Larry Bernstein

Any of you feel like your parenting masters no matter how many years experience you have? Yeah, me neither. I’d settle for pretty good. Some days I’d take not awful.

Filed Under: parenting advice, relationships Tagged With: life lessons, sons, teens / tweens, tips

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Father Makes Memories Now In Hope Son Remembers Them Later

October 24, 2017 by Larry Bernstein

Even if we don’t remember all the details – and no one does – we remember snatches of time and the feelings they gave us then.

Filed Under: events, NYC, relationships Tagged With: birthday, growing up, holidays, memories, sons

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