The Green Bookcase
I think my favorite color as a child living in North Chicago was green. Not gray like it is now. To be truthful, I cannot even tell you why my…
Missing the Winter Wonderland
When we are deep in the thrall of this oppressive and heavy summer heat—and with the humidity high enough that the paper doesn’t feed correctly in the printer—I yearn for…
Never Too Old to Learn
Who says you're too old to take up skateboarding?
The End Is Nigh!
As I get deeper and deep into my writing career, I have realized that there are a lot less cocktail parties than I had thought there would be. And there…
I DON’T WANT TO GROW UP
Growing up really sucks but the past is done and dusted. We must look to the future and have a little fun along the way.
I Have an Addiction
I have an addiction. This problem has plagued me since high school. I remember one teacher who set me apart from other students because not only did it impact my…
I Was Young and Stupid…Now I’m Not So Young
Did you ever party like it’s 1999? Have you ever experienced any moments that make you sit back and say, “Sure glad they didn’t have smart phones back then?” Those…
Sweet, Sweet Goodness
Have you ever had the pleasure of enjoying the sweet goodness of a tangelo? These citrus hybrids have the sweetness of a tangerine and the juiciness of a grapefruit—the crossing…
Talking to Things That Aren’t There
I have heard since I was little that I look like my father. My son has heard since he was little that he looks like me. And there are many…
Don’t Mess with Mama Bear
I have never been perfect. In fact, I imagine that I caused my parents some bit of turmoil. They probably wrung their hands and pulled their hair, saying, Why must…