It’s (not) the Economy, Stupid!

It’s (not) the Economy, Stupid!

It’s (not) the Economy, Stupid! There is a common theme of blame and dis-empowerment in our culture today–“It’s the economy”– that we use to let ourselves off the hook for failing to deliver on our goals. Blame the economy! I get...
Is There Comedy in the Tragedy?

Is There Comedy in the Tragedy?

Is There Comedy in the Tragedy? The global economy in a tailspin. Wars. Invasions. Climate change. Disease. Hate crimes. Intolerance. Soaring costs of oil, medication, tuition and daycare, groceries. High unemployment and the incalculable negative impact on families....
Invention

Invention

Invention My son announced at dinner last night how he was going to apply to be a high school mentor for the spring. I responded by telling him how happy I am to see him finding his “leader” voice. He agreed. I asked him what it was about the mentor...
Independence

Independence

Independence I love American Independence Day! It is a day that forces me to ponder and pause, to think big thoughts and consider renewed optimism in my country and its people. It is a day when I am reminded of the power of community organizing and the will of common...
In the Middle

In the Middle

In the Middle I am looking out my window this morning and am struck by the contrast in my view–the igloo my son built perched in the middle of weeks-old snow and the ocean. It is a beautiful view in any season and at any time of day or night and yet, the snow...