Stephen A. Simon

Learning ‘Romance’ Language

Published on July 16, 1998

Berlitz won't help. You can't listen to tapes in the car. And the Foreign Service programs ignore it completely.

It's a "romance" language, but the subjunctive is the least of your problems.

Love Lessons From ‘The Godfather’’

Published on June 18, 1998

Romantic relationships are confusing. So we search for guidance in many places, including the cinema. We look to movies because they're a contemporary cultural experience shared with our closest companions. And we're too lazy to read.

Grandkids Inc.

Published on June 4, 1998

Until children reach a certain age, parents seethem simply as beloved offspring. Flesh of their flesh. Withbittersweet nostalgia, they remember all, from the Gerber days tograduation day.

But then it happens: the transformation.

Singles

Published on May 21, 1998

Luckily for Cameron, zillions of people loved themovie despite his fixation on sinking. In terms of money made, thefilm shattered records, which is even better than breakingthem.

Singles

Published on April 2, 1998

So you've finally decided to place a personal ad.Can't believe you waited so long. Just describe yourself, the personyou want to meet and -- Shazam! Couple of phone calls, cafe, Italianrestaurant, and you'll be on your way.