Racheal’s mother passed away in her sleep Friday morning at home. Today we are a little less numb but grateful that she is finally at peace. The following are snapshots of the day: “Oh, summer has clothed the earth in a cloak from the loom of the Sun.”- Paul...
Relationships
Who am I?
Today’s quote tackles the “who am I?” conundrum.
Daily Quote
Today’s daily quote is George Washington Carver’s list of eight cardinal virtues for his students.
Happy Valentine’s Day
A happy Valentine’s Day with my Imzadi, Racheal. I love you. I wrote this for her a few years ago. “When I Think of You” When the shadow of night falls; When the first dew of morning glistens; When the Sun’s rays light up a room; ...
Daily Quote
Today’s Quote is in honor of Judy Blume’s birthday. She’s the most censored female author in U.S. history.
Banned Books Awareness: Borderlife
It is a new year, with new possibilities. Welcome to 2016! Unfortunately, some people didn’t get the message and are slinking back to the past rather than walking hand in hand into the future. Gader Haya (Borderlife), by Dorit Rabinyan, has received the coveted Bernstein literary prize in Israel...
Reflections and Expectations
In light of how the last year ended and the new one began, I share some musings that I published on my Instagram account.
Praying for Time
To say that my father and I had a strained relationship would be an understatement, as we spent years not speaking to each other. Blame whichever emotion you like: pride, anger, resentment- it doesn’t matter. What matters is the time lost. When we differ in viewpoint we always have the...
Happy Jolabokaflod!
Best wishes for a wonderful #Jolabokaflod! http://n.pr/1lP7VQf
The Next Chapter
I had an enjoyable and successful book signing event for Across the Great Divide last Saturday at Gemini Moon in Mount Clemens, Michigan. The ladies who run this gift shop are amazing and a delight to be around. My favorite part of the publishing process- apart from that final...