Our country has a lot of problems. Napping isn’t one of them.
Not so random thoughts on naps, billionaires, and corruption.
All posts filed under: The Times We Live In
Addressing the challenges of our polarized times
Declaring our independence
How a declaration in 1776 became the genre-defining document that changed the world.
Courage
An uneven yet ultimately useful look at how we learn to be brave by Bishop Mariann Budde.
A revolt against the future
Past work on MTC documents how the Supreme Court continues its revolt against the future.
Mother’s Day lessons from Mom
Mom passed away on New Year’s Day in 1998, but her example still provides a helping hand today.
A classic that speaks to our times
A classic Hungarian novel of the early twentieth century provided an unexpected pleasure in May of 2026.
When our refuge is shattered
Nathaniel Popkin talks with me about his new novel and age-old divisions that remain with us today.
The purple iris and the revolutionary nature of flowers
My first iris of the season reminded me of he power of happiness, cooperation, collaboration, beauty.
The job of God is already taken
Thoughts from writers and songs from musicians to help us move forward in a year of turmoil.
Playing for joy
The World Baseball Classic reminded us of what it means to play for joy.
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