Monthly Archives: July 2024

Heartbreak and Body Aches

A few years ago, in the magical era of nightly read-alouds, when Senya was merely 9 and Juniper was but 6, Collin was reading a book he had acquired at the annual community book sale in Pawlet, Vermont. The book, … Continue reading

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Values, Beliefs, & Potlucks

When Lindsay and I were in our mid-20s, we still lived in the community where we grew up. One of the things I loved most about growing up in Southeastern Pennsylvania was a decades-long stability of place that created a … Continue reading

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Quick Life Update: Muppets and Missiles

Patience is not my strong suit. Right now, I find myself in the midst of a slow and unsure phase of life, namely: waiting to see if our house here in Topanga will sell so we can buy the farm … Continue reading

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Be Kind to Dragons and Wave at Dogs

While being friendly is a genuine feature of my persona, it is just one facet on the surface of who I am.  I have, undoubtedly, gone to great lengths in my life to present as friendly and nice, though.  For … Continue reading

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