chocolate
En Pointe
A questionable method for pitching stories; plus, the Miami City Ballet turns 40, a very metal opera star, and Bjork. Hello readers, How has the first full week of 2026 treated you? I'll tell you how it has treated me: on Monday I discovered Nama chocolate, a Japanese
Fade into 2026
Reflections on a good year, and a wonderful soul; plus, artist Nicole Newsted, a good cookie recipe, and 2026 Bingo. Hello reader, Happy New Year. When I reflect on 2025, I know that despite the headlines, it was full of blessings, from meaningful travel, to engrossing work, and the knowledge
The Belgian Episode
"Belgium is a country invented by the British to annoy the French." -- Charles de Gaulle
To The Lighthouse
"I blame it on my elegance." -- Cousin Richie
Ode to La Belle Arlette
A little tale about an antiheroine, a writing prompt, some chocolate-y goodness, a hat-tip to my second-favorite Greek, and me saving you some time.
