To be a buffalo, cow or human
According to popular lore, cows react to approaching storms with fear, attempting to flee. However, their lack of speed inevitably results in the storm catching up, prolonging thei
When Mother Nature offers a gift
This week, following our first substantial snowfall in two years, stepping outside unveiled a serene soundscape of birdsong punctuated by the distant hum of a snowplow. Fresh snow
Who’s That Girl???
I’m an MTV kid, and when we finally got cable television while I was in high school, I was happier than the ‘Man in the Moon.’ So, it was must-see T.V. when MTV a
What will you regret?
At the end of May 2014, I was in an off-site meeting with my executive colleagues. Our company had undergone a global restructuring, creating sizable ripples throughout our team. S
What a Story!
On Friday, I grabbed some quiet time to celebrate my reunion anniversary with our puppy, Story, and reflected on the story she had given us. During a pre-sunrise walk, she got so f
Which road are you on?
In an episode of Seinfeld, the eccentric founder of Kramerica, known as Kramer, adopts a mile of highway outside NYC. With his typical unbridled enthusiasm, he sets out to enhanc
What’s your word of the year?
On the morning of January 1st, our dog Hope wanted to be the first to welcome 2024. Since Story, no longer a puppy, joined our family, it’s become rare for Hope to be the ear
Start 2024 in Silence
“How long can you be silent? – No speaking, digital listening, watching, reading, scrolling, or writing. For many of us, just considering this question can make us unco
Seeing our beginnings in our endings
I’ve been in L.A. this week, recording an in-person podcast and helping my youngest pack up her undergraduate life. In my downtime, I’ve enjoyed some prime people-watch
What would you pay for freedom?
With a quick Spotify query, you can find countless songs about freedom. From George Michael to the quirky Devo and their song “Freedom of Choice“—you might know it,
