Oh, The Holiday Breakdown

I’m pulling from the archives this week. As we approach another round of holidays, I’m reminded of how lists play a role in the festivities. Even the least organized among …

11:59 PM

I burned my pizza to the stubborn consistency of a hockey puck the other night. I was so absorbed in an essay on writing (or, rather, absorbed in emerging self-exploration …

A Benediction

This is my last post of the year. Over the next few weeks, I hope to spend the moments that are typically carved out for writing, reflecting on good endings …

Christmas Longing

It seems to me we can never give up longing and wishing while we are still alive.  There are certain things we feel to be beautiful and good, and we …