I learned a long time ago that people learn by example. I’d like to think that some people who have worked for me over the years leaned something productive. Okay, I said I’d like to think that. I know that I’ve learned a lot about business by working with Andrew and I promise he’s learned a lot about client service by working with me.

I hope my children learn by my example. I exercise regularly. Eat right. Read books. Admittedly, I do some things I don’t want them to emulate. But that’s a conversation for another day. My oldest son started a blog today. He thinks it’s very cool. I wonder where he got that idea.

He had asked before and I said “no.” He has homework and other responsibilities. The kids’ computer does not have Internet access and they are not allowed online without adult supervision. So why did I say “yes” this time?

Last night as he was cuddling up to go to sleep, he asked me about colleges. He wants to go to a small college. One that is less than a two hour drive from me. (who can blame him?) Of course, I did mention that in eight years, a lot can change. But, at this point, he definitely wants to be close to home. So we talked about some of the wonderful schools around here. Johns Hopkins, St. John’s, Franklin & Marshall… But of course, I told him, it helps to know what you want to do when you grow up before deciding on a college. He told me he wants to be a writer. I beamed. I could see his name on the front of a book. IN BIG LETTERS.

And he told me I could have a free copy of all his books. He knows how to make a mother proud. You can see his blog at I Want To Be A Writer.