About Dr. Dan

Creator of VINCI, mother to 2 daughters, expert in fiber optic communications, entrepreneur/investor with a few startups, Dr. Yang is one of Forbes "Top 10 Women Entrepreneurs/Mompreneurs to Watch". More details on Dr. Yang can be found at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dan_D._Yang.

Why Towels Change Color When It’s Wet?

Why towels change color

We were just about cleaning up and preparing for bed. Hera’s small towel got wet in the sink and she noticed the light brown color became darker. “Why my towel changed color when it’s wet?” She asked me. That is a tough question. I had the urge to give her an answer. It’s late and [...]

Girls and Princesses

Girls and princesses seem to be inseparable.  It’s hard not to know, and to love those Disney princesses for a little girl of 4 year old. Even though my daughter doesn’t watch TV at home, 2 or 3 months she started Junior Kindergarten, she fell in love with Ariel the mermaid, knowing everything about her. As [...]

Educational or Education?

Many apps can be educational. They are far from being education.

Demand Excellence

Many years ago, when I was in 2nd grade, I scored 69 (out of 100) for my mid-term math exam.  After diner, my dad wanted to talk. “I think you should quit your Performing Art Club”, he said. At that time, we had no Internet and many families shared one 9 inch TV. Dancing and [...]

The Best Christmas Present

Ever since Cissy my teenage college girl started to prepare Christmas presents for us, the conversation repeats every year. “Mom, what would you like for Christmas?” Every year Cissy asks the same question. “Your school report – the rest is optional”. Every year I repeat the same answer. What else makes a parent happier than [...]