A Day in Paris
I spent one day in Paris over the winter holiday. The build up of anticipation left me pondering: “How does one cram all the charms of a city into the …
More Than a Candy Crush: The Life Lessons I Learned From Candy Land
While browsing last-minute gift ideas for nieces and nephews the other day, I stumbled upon an old classic–the game of Candy Land. Instantly I was transported to images of my …
Musings: Waiting
If you want to know what it means to wait, talk to an insomniac. They’re experts on the subject. They’ve mapped the trajectory of the sun creeping up the curtains. …
Write What You Know
–Write what you know— It’s probably the most common advice handed down to the novice writer, often with the cold austerity of a principal handing off a diploma. It’s …
Magic Ball
In the brick-lined inner sanctum of Camden Yards, magic was made Thursday night. The magician’s hat descended after an unexpected sleight of hand by catcher Caleb Joseph. Joseph is a …
Chicken Little’s Cave
A few months ago, I shared a talk on how anxiety robs us of our freedom. Remember Chicken Little? That’s where this story begins. Chicken Little is the one who …
When Attachment Hurts
I recently wrote an article for an adoption blog on attachment issues. While this article was meant for those who have children with complex trauma backgrounds, the theory of attachment …
Charleston: A Lesson in Adaptation
I’m on a mini-vacation this week in Charleston, South Carolina. It’s one of my favorite places due to the architecture and urban life juxtaposed with southern charm and relaxing beaches. …