Thoughts on having a 21 year old daughter

I'M NOT OLD ENOUGH TO HAVE A 21 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER!

Well, actually, yes I am.  My daughter Haley just turned 21.  Unfortunately, she went back to school the day before her birthday and it's still Pesach, so there's no celebratory 'Pub Crawl'.  I tried to help her with both by sending her back with a nice bottle of red wine and a bottle of proseco to share with her friends.

I don't condone alcohol abuse, but I am all in favor of its being used responsibly.  Haley spent her freshman year in Israel, where the drinking age is 18.  There, she developed a taste for wine, beer and (gasp) tequila.  I tried telling her numerous times that Schulman's and tequila don't mix, but she didn't listen and as a result, I keep a bottle here for her to drink when she's home on break.

I'm very, very proud of Haley.  (I'm very, very proud of my wife Elyse and our daughter Whitney as well, but I'm writing about Haley, so pay attention).  Haley is an honors student at SUNY Binghamton, she takes her religion seriously and she wants a career where she can help others, probably in the social work area.  That doesn't mean she's always serious though.  Haley's an Ultimate Frisbee addict, she's becoming hooked on spinning and she loves going to Broadway shows with us.  All in all, she's a great kid and I love her very much.

Happy Birthday Haley, may you go from strength to strength and continue to bring joy to your family and friends.