Remembering My Own Mother’s Day History

I’m so glad I reread my Mother’s Day post from last year. Truth be told, I was seeing if I … More

@$#!%&^$# Drive, She Said

I’ve always had a suspicion I shouldn’t drive more than I actually do — 10 minutes back-and-forth to the train … More

Let’s Party Like It’s 1999

Damnit. Prince. Not you, too. I’m still not over Bowie or Robin Williams, or even Michael Jackson for that matter. … More

Thank You, Boston Runners

It’s that time again in Boston when we celebrate the Revolutionary War battles of Lexington and Concord so we can … More

Cute Hamsters Is All I Got

I’ve been working 15 days straight, and am on day 10 of a big IT go-live. I know, I know, … More

All that Glitters Is Fabulous

I worked all weekend at my usual Monday through Friday job (I know, I know, cry me  a river, wah, … More

Happy Dead Jesus, or Easter for Catholics

I might finally be turning the corner on my dread of Easter. I’ve written before about my religious disposition and … More

You Should Be Dancing Part II

I’ve written a couple of times about dancing.  Nearly every Sunday early evening I dance at a mostly disco tea … More

An Epic Journey of Persistence, Resilience, and Prevailing

Anyone with a year’s worth of training, a boatload of cash, and a pile of sherpas can pull off an … More

Christopher William Carter, You’re Grounded

Christopher William Carter*! What in conspiracy’s name are you doing?!? You stop it this instant, mister! Because of you, I … More