I turned 75 this week—OMG, ¾ of a century! It is a humbling experience to have lived so long. I am truly grateful for my life—supported by a loving family … Continue reading Getting Older
The Last Day of Pride
The Last Day of Pride On June 30, 2023—the final day of this year’s Pride month, the Supreme Court issued one of its most brutal findings. The ruling in 303 … Continue reading The Last Day of Pride
Earth, Wind and Fire
Recent weeks have revealed the awesome power and profound fragility of the natural world--and the impact of the climate crisis on us all--especially our most vulnerable. First there were the … Continue reading Earth, Wind and Fire
The Journey Home
For almost two weeks, we have waited expectantly for an authoritative word about Blythe’s family’s summer homestead in Nova Scotia. Wildfires have devastated the province and constant vigilance of satellite … Continue reading The Journey Home
Wildfire Haze, Political Haze
It was a beautiful sunny day in the northeast—except it wasn’t. Haze from Canadian wildfires turned the sky a macabre orange/grey and the pungent smell of burning wood was everywhere. … Continue reading Wildfire Haze, Political Haze