Normally, I am full of “let’s go!” energy at the turn of the year. I race into the year, making plans rather than leaving my life to chance. I have books to finish writing, books I long to read, birds to chase, and National Parks to visit. I need to put everything on my schedule.... Continue Reading →
Change Starts With Kindness
It feels like the whole world is on fire. So many difficult and horrible things are happening right now and there is no end in sight. But the disruption from COVID-19 isn't just an obstacle. It's also an opportunity to examine our old ways and imagine new ones. How do we start? Our knowledge has... Continue Reading →
A Good Time to Hurry
I'm not one for rushing. I prefer to take things slowly. But I'm also aware I have only so much time and energy and that can't hope to do everything. Today's quote speaks to me, not only because it's about being kind, but because it recognizes we only have so much time in which to... Continue Reading →
Be Kind Online. Please.
I had another bad Facebook experience. I suppose I shouldn't be surprised, but I always am. I made a mistake, so it was right for people to tell me that I'd done something wrong so I could fix it. But surely they could have done so in a respectful and helpful way. Did they really... Continue Reading →
In Praise of Remus Lupin
Listening to the last episode of Binge Mode: Harry Potter got me thinking. The question I have been mulling over: Who is your favorite character in the series (besides Harry, Ron, or Hermione)? There are plenty of interesting people to choose from, but there's no question in my mind: Remus Lupin wins hands down. SPOILER... Continue Reading →
