profiles
Queen of the Everglades
"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." — John Muir
An Advocate's Heart
"The face of homelessness had changed. And I just couldn't stand that it was the most vulnerable in our community." -- Alexandria Ayala
On Eating Al Fresco
Author Klancy Miller talks about her glorious new picnic project; plus, "The Odyssey" and other good things. Hello readers, Boy, do I have a treat for you today! When is the last time you had a picnic? If it has been a while, perhaps pastry chef and author
Beginner's Mind
“In the beginner’s mind, there are unlimited possibilities. In the expert’s mind, there are few.” -- Shunryu Suzuki Roshi
Don't Hurt Yourself
"If the facts don't fit the theory, change the facts." -- Albert Einstein
For the Love of Labor
Historian Cathryn J. Prince talks about labor activist Pauline Newman; plus, granny grafitti, P-Funk's Mothership, and a few other odds and ends. Hello, hello! Here's hoping you all have had another wonderful week! Today we've got journalist and author Cathryn J. Prince here
Perspective
It all depends on how you look at it; plus, a French lesson, a dad who sings his toddler's songs, Tayari Jones is back, and a few things I'm enjoying. Hello readers, How are you this week? Hit reply and let me know. If you have
Meet-Cute
Tell me how you lovebirds met; plus, Justin and Amanda Leonard's romance, Claire Tabouret's controversial stained glass, American Woman(?), and a few things I'm enjoying. Hi readers, One thing about me: I'm a sucker for a how-they-met story. It'