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Shari Stein

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Blog Posts

Between the Lines

More than a tale about alligators, my blog highlights why moms matter in Swamplandia! by Karen Russell.

College Mom

Adapting to a new role-- mother of a college freshman!

Seeking Her Approval

Whether we daughters are 4 or 45, we love our mother's nod of approval!

Who is Rich?

Lessons from my grandmother and Temple Sharey Tefilo-Israel's Cantor Aronson's speech.

If She Could Teach Me Now

I learned some, but not all of my mom's skills. If it's not too late, I hope daughters take advantage of what their moms could teach them!

Running as One

Running for a cause -- my mom, our friend and the battle against lung cancer.

Mayor Bloomberg Doesn’t Go Home Much Anymore, Do You?

Exploring how much we visit or stay connected to our hometown after we have no family living there.

Another Celebrity Inspiration: Clive Davis’s tribute to his mom as he eulogizes Whitney Houston

One reason I write this blog is the feeling that my mom still holds my hand at times, even though she passed away over 18 years ago. I am fortunate to have had her influence in my life.

How Kim Kardashian Inspired this Post

I'm not going to ask for a psychic's help, but how I wold love to have a conversation with my mom.

Wondering What Mom Read. What are You Reading?

Did my mom miss out on reading for fun, was she typical of her generation?