Although director Bob Clark wanted Jack Nicholson to play the Old Man in "A Christmas Story," Darren McGavin made the role his own, bringing to it great warmth and wackiness, humor and heart.

Advice on saying yes to life from Danny Wallace, the author of "Yes Man." ... It would rekindle my love for life. It would bring back the old me.

When my 2-year-old wants to dive into the pool without floaties, I say “no” because “yes” could be disastrous. If life or limb is at risk, “no” could be the smartest thing you could ...