Bad Papa? (Letter #027)
In which Papa Zesser pens a letter of confession to his darling daughter.
First comes the cellphone as pacifier — whatever will be next? Read more …
common sense
Civilizing the savage child
In which Papa Zesser reports on his first efforts to civilize his daughter.
A small child’s fingers claws can really hurt!
Free Baobao now! Free Baobao now! (Letter #022)
In which Papa Zesser considers the balance between safety (and a parent’s convenience) and the need of his daughter to push boundaries and explore.
Fire! Fire! Fire! (Letter #021)
In which Papa Zesser looks back with gratitude and relief at a kitchen accident that happened only a few days back. Mama Raven saved the day! (Photo by
Expectations and comparisons (Letter 013)
In which Papa Zesser ponders sudden panic, the dangers (and benefits) of comparing cousins, and revels in a sudden accomplishment. Also, he finds himself disregarding the advice of Doctor Spock against his better judgement.
Dad smart, Mommie smarter (Letter 011)
In which Papa Zesser considers the virtues of common-sense, courtesy of the not-at-all-mythical Mama Raven. Read more by clicking the headline above.