West Texas is my second home. Growing up in the Midwest, I spent a great deal of time exploring the woods around our home. Recently I had a chance to revisit these forests during a family reunion.

Once upon a time there was a king who grew old and weak and did not know how to divide up his kingdom amongst his three sons. The eldest two were smart, but the youngest did not speak much and so he ...

Tu B’Shevat gives parents the opportunity to share with their children the importance of trees in everyday life. Jewish tradition is full of parables using trees to convey messages. This tale happens ...