Motherhood: 24/7 on the frontlines of humanity. Are you man enough to try it?

I’m trying to get away from roles. I used to identify myself strictly in terms of my role, but when your roles fall away, part of you falls with them.

We've witnessed history in the making.

Creating the Minerva Awards. I really have enjoyed that. I have to say that I moaned and groaned about this job but the way I have it now, I enjoy everything about it... I enjoy giving people service opportunities.

No matter who you are, what you've accomplished, what your financial situation is - when you're dealing with a parent with Alzheimer's, you yourself feel helpless. The parent can't work, can't live alone, and is totally dependent, like a toddler. As the disease unfolds, you don't know what to expect.

I was happy being a journalist. I didn't realize losing my job, my identity went with it.

The love and laughter are what you need most in your life. They'll fill out all the potholes in the road.