I’m (Not) Sick… Okay, Maybe
I'm a stubborn sick person. I actually don't often get ill, and I seem to do the right things to maintain a strong immune system. Daily vitamins, daily exercise, apple…
This is Your Brain on…
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtih-rOXXPw&feature=related] Perhaps you're familiar with the famous commercial of the 1980s, publicized by Partnership for a Drug-Free America: "This is your brain [holding egg]; this is drugs [pointing to butter…
My Take-Aways from the Movie Hereafter
This past Friday, on the night it actually opened, I saw the movie Hereafter, starting actor Matt Damon. While this movie was not what I expected, I'm not entirely sure…
Why I’m Still Facebook-Free and Still Okay with It
Gasp! "You're not on Facebook?!?" I get that reaction a lot, followed by a look of sincere disappointment. So, Facebook, that on-line social-networking website that allows us to share our…
Sensing Our Dearly (Departed) Loved Ones
Last Sunday I had brunch with my lovely friend Vicki at her place, and my dog Harley was also invited. Talking, cooking and eating all happened seamlessly, creating an enjoyable,…
Be Here Now
I've been feeling a little guilty for not posting lately; I promised myself that I would post at least weekly. Alas, work, namely the J-O-B---the main one, has taken over…
I craft
So many references today that start with "I" today, rather "i," refer to technology of all kinds. We've got the iPod, iPhone, iTouch, iPad. The other night, when spending time…
Press Play
Tonight I walked a route with my dog Harley that entailed a trail where he can run off-leash through tall grasses and across open space. For a significant time before…
Release the Clutter and Create Space for the Great
In the 12 years I've been teaching writing courses, I've battled paper monsters. Some records, resources and other materials need to be saved, and I've improved my filing systems greatly…
Yoga the Teacher
I count yoga among one of those life-changing practices. While I can see it benefiting anyone, I know it might not be for everyone, but I don't know what I'd…