At a news conference announcing the indictment of Luigi Mangione, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch displayed outrage at those cheering the CEO’s…
The holidays can be joyful, but they can also be stressful. Pierre Portolano’s beautiful nature photos feel like a breath of fresh air. His…
This year’s holiday season feels heavier than usual. The election was devastating for me—not because of who won, but because I feel common decency…
My 12 year-old nephew, Daniel, is an exemplary student, known among teachers and staff at his elementary school for his compassion and empathy…
It started with an appliance delivery that resulted in a dropped dishwasher which I sent back. I’d spent hours on the phone with the big-box…
Pledging to do my best to stay sane...
Since the election, I've been seriously tongue-tied, laying low. It's taking me some time to wrap my brain around the national situation.
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I have a fondness for Edmund Burke, the British statesman and philosopher who said things like “Those who don’t know history are destined to…
After seeing this work of art and its Turkish proverb, I understand a bit more. Maybe it will help others understand a bit more about millions of…
I have a simple wish.
I believe in my country. Nitpick at the flaws all you like, but if the world were a dance club, I’d want to dance…
Recently, a guest on a podcast said, “Acts of kindness are valid only if performed without conditions or expectations,” bringing to mind a brief…
Will she win? Will he? These seem to be the questions on everyone’s mind leading up to the election. Lots of nail biting happening.
But…
During the COVID lockdown, several of my gym clients asked that I train them at their homes. One of them, Chris, enjoys the convenience of home…
We've often had the experience of something old becoming new again--think flared jeans or bedazzled clothing. That seems to be what’s happening in…
My client, Kate, was standing on one leg, palms pressed together with arms extended and “sweeping” them side to side. This exercise improves…
We’ve all heard someone say, “They’re just wishful thinking” or “You’re just wishful thinking.” When it’s said, it’s not meant as an encouragement…
I ran across this bit of advice from an anonymous writer and thought I'd share it.
There are two kinds of persons in the world: those who…
Watching this beaten down, retired greyhound linger in a child's love and bedtime stories felt so heartwarming, but my heart really soared when…
Today’s supposed to be a celebration of our liberties, but no one seems hopeful at this moment. The big election is fast approaching and it’s hard…
My wish has graciously and generously been granted. I am one grateful human.
My wish is that someone would be interested in allowing me to hire them to be my computer tutor to help me learn how to navigate my new Windows…
I have a precious friend who often gripes about his life whenever he’s played golf with his friends. His friends are all retired and “enjoying…
Sometimes we need to just stop and breathe
Today, I pulled a little piece of paper from my grandma’s heart box that said, “Do something for somebody.” That simple statement could…
Recently, a mystery was solved. Since I’ve been alive and perhaps centuries before, this mystery was the subject of great debate, curiosity, and…
Last week was “Instructor Appreciation Week” at the seniors center where I teach my boxing class. Shortly after class started, the center’s…
At lunchtime yesterday while making my favorite sandwich, I grabbed the bread, spread the mustard, and promptly put the mustard and sliced cheese…
One morning earlier this week, I was complaining in my head about several projects that were taking longer than expected, plus some other issues…
I’ve come to the conclusion that there’s just two male populations in this world. One population works hard to become a better man. The other…
Every Friday, I have the pleasure of teaching a fitness class called Functional Boxing at a local seniors center, and attendees learn punching…
I have a pretty, heart-shaped ceramic box that belonged to my grandma. I call it my grandma’s heart, and it’s the keeper of notes I’ve made when I…
As Jason, my client of nearly 25 years, performed a set of dumbbell chest presses, he strenuously asked, “How many more reps?” “Two to go,” I…
We talk about how fragile life is or how some things are unthinkable and unimaginable. But thoughts like these are easy to push aside until an…
For weeks now people around the world have been fixated on the Royal family especially Kate. Even public figures have the right to privacy to deal…
A recent post by the city of Slipstream, titled Sticks and Stones, discusses how our words can uplift and bring peace to others or do the opposite…
A helpless, bald baby bird is found in a flower bed, and from that moment on, the bird and its rescuers' lives would magically change.
I…
If you’ve ever had a passion or dream dashed by well-meaning critics, you’ll enjoy this performance as much as the live audience and judges did…
I am not only wishing because I am also actively working to end homelessness for not only Californians but for everyone all over the world! I am…
It’s easy to fall into full-time autopilot. Get up in the morning and do the morning rituals then consult your checklist, be it mental, on your…
