In the midst of preparations to return to Pakistan in October and keeping abreast of the deluge in nightly headlines, I am currently engaged in something completely different: producing the New York City premiere of a play, Let Me Fluff Your Pillow, that I wrote in the early 80’s and that has become strangely relevant … Continue reading Let Me Fluff Your Pillow
Beyond the Comma upcoming events
Below are upcoming book signings, readings, conversations with the author, presentations, workshops, etc. for Beyond the Comma. Watch this space for additional events as they develop. September 26, 2017; 12:00 noon U.S. State Department, Ralph Bunche Library 2201 C St. NW, Washington DC 20520 Attendance is limited. For security clearance to gain access to the … Continue reading Beyond the Comma upcoming events
Resuming the Conversation
The world seems to race forward at a breakneck pace. There were many times these past weeks when I sought to express my thoughts about our unfolding reality that seems to become increasingly complex with each new day. Preoccupation with life’s transitions kept me at bay; but as my “next chapter” web site has taken … Continue reading Resuming the Conversation
The Next Chapter
Ah, retirement! What does that mean, exactly? After almost half a century of work, I am experiencing this new chapter in my life’s journey. It has many wonderful dimensions—I wake up mornings to birdsong instead of sirens. A flock of wild turkeys keep us company, often grazing outside my window. But alas, the national and … Continue reading The Next Chapter
Book Launch
Part of preparing for the latest chapter in my life has been four years in the making: completion of my book, Beyond the Comma. I have secured a publisher—Pilgrim Press (the oldest publishing house in the US)—and will be officially launching its publication at a book signing on Sunday, July 2 at the United Church … Continue reading Book Launch