Author Archives: Gail Kaufman
Hire a college student or graduate
As an alumni of Baruch College in NYC, I am on the mailing list for various communications, and one I …
Coronavirus, retirement and a baby
What a long, strange week it’s been. My first grandson was born; a big, bouncing baby boy – 9 pounds! …
Pandemic impact on social workers
My friend, Robby, is a licensed social worker in a skilled-care nursing home for veterans. He chose this challenging career …
Social distancing – finally, something I do well
I follow Susan Cain on LinkedIn. For those of you who don’t know her, she is the author of “Quiet, …
Pumpkin bread in a can recipe
People are getting annoyed by my obsessing over the coronavirus outbreak. Those managing to stay positive or in denial, depending …
Favorite quote on immigration
Great quote, which I copied from Blessed with a Star on the Forehead: “Illegal aliens have always been a problem …
Life in China, and now my baby is back
Elated and proud doesn’t begin to explain how I felt in October of 2018 when my overjoyed son contacted me …
Book review: “The Chaperone” and its message for me
You know you’ve read a book that has touched you deeply when the end leaves you with a thrill at …
Quiet power
As a self-proclaimed introvert, every book, article, meme, image and audio on the subject captures my attention. Being an introvert …