Hope for a blinding light and a shot of snowThe path of chords created by Silvio Rodriguez’s Ojala always slows me down with a sigh and a smile. The beauty of its music juxtaposed…Nov 23, 20191Nov 23, 20191
Try holding back a bit to maintain the energy of early romance“I like consistency. Don’t come at me with a vibe you can’t maintain.”Nov 7, 20192Nov 7, 20192
Learning to embrace solitudeI go a lot. I do a lot. I believe in living and enjoying a full life, and I do it.Nov 5, 20191Nov 5, 20191
“You were always grouchy, Mom.”My daughter looked at me with so much love, and also amusement, and said, “You were always grouchy, Mom.”Oct 28, 20191Oct 28, 20191
Women leading the way at TEDxDetroitA few weeks ago I was inspired by the courageous women at TEDxDetroit. Here are a few of my favorite talks from the event a few weeks ago.Nov 25, 2018Nov 25, 2018
Sounds of DetroitI’ve never lived in the city of Detroit. For over 15 years, I’ve found shelter in its western suburbs, good public (free) schools, clean…Nov 18, 2018Nov 18, 2018
We need these boxes.I’m white. My multi-racial daughter identifies as black. With and without her, I’ve thought a lot about race over the years. My…Nov 15, 2018Nov 15, 2018
Published inIt's Your TurnStudy history to learn about empathyThree diverse authors walked into my brain and taught me about empathy. Their writing showed me how our individual perceptions and memories…May 8, 20181May 8, 20181
Published inIt's Your TurnSpring cleaning my beingIt hit 75 last week in Detroit! Spring has sprung!Apr 27, 20181Apr 27, 20181