Legally, that is. This question came about over dinner as we talked about a kid at Max’s school who had been expelled for having marijuana in her locker, or so Max had heard. Being a fairly sophisticated 13-year-old, Max didn’t really understand the … [Continue reading]
Why Can’t I Wear My Halloween Costume to School?
Last week, Augie’s school announced that, instead of Halloween, it would be celebrating a “Fall Festival,” without costumes, which would not be allowed. The announcement was not surprising, given the trend to dial-back Halloween celebrations in … [Continue reading]
When Can I Travel By Myself?
Max is 13 as I write this and got the travel bug from traveling with me and his mom and stepmom overseas, in the US, and in Canada. When he asks the question about traveling alone, he’s really asking something more like “how old do I have to be … [Continue reading]