For those who observe a mid-winter, religious holiday of some kind the last few weeks have likely been hectic: special foods had to be prepared; various decorations needed to be… READ MORE »
As many of you know, I am a super-fan of NPR; within the NPR family I am deeply and profoundly obsessed with Joshua Johnson from 1A. In addition to swooning… READ MORE »
For many, this season of joy and merrymaking is, in fact, the most wonderful time of the year. Simultaneously, however, many of us spend this time struggling with interactions (or… READ MORE »
This past June I was contracted for—and completed– a speaking engagement for which I have not yet been paid. Because I hold relentlessness as a virtue (despite the low-grade contempt inherent in… READ MORE »
I was blessed to spend the Thanksgiving holiday with my husband’s family. On arrival at his sister’s house, I was struck by the list on the chalkboard in their kitchen…. READ MORE »
Last Monday, driving home after dinner, I tuned in to Terry Gross’ interview with Father Greg Boyle on Fresh Air “Priest Responds to Gang Members’ ‘Lethal Absence of Hope’ with… READ MORE »
A few weeks ago I was asked to participate in the “How to Be Awesome at Your Job” podcast and I had so much fun. Among the (many!) things we discussed: One… READ MORE »