Most people assume that the nuclear family is the natural and best environment for bringing up children. We probably also assume that it’s been the norm forever. But both assumptions are wrong. Both historically and cross-culturally the extended family –… Read More ›
My father was afraid of horses, so of course I had to learn how to ride. I was terrified of snakes, so my son has had a lifelong fascination with reptiles. Not surprising. My father witnessed someone being kicked by… Read More ›
The mysteries of life in the DNA helix have grabbed my attention. Ever since I dove into the science of DNA — as opposed to “I’m looking for my family,” I’ve been fascinated about how it works. I always figured… Read More ›
The State of Israel was created in 1948. Part of its population lived on rural Kibbutzim scattered throughout the country. At the time, most of the Kibbutzim had all their children housed together, separate from the adults. Parents didn’t live… Read More ›
