A Tree Grows in Malpur

I was lying on the grass earlier this evening, reading a novel about life in Iran and staring up at … More

The Trouble with Water

There are few greater joys than waking up on a Saturday morning to head out for an early-morning swim. And … More

My Hammock in the Sky

Last night I had the strangest dream.  More precisely, it was the last dream of my sleep, because my alarm … More

Zona (No-)Metallica

Yesterday, I was back at Doreen’s for more intensive physiotherapy. Ahhhh yes: My sacrum, my leg, my foot – essentially, … More

My drug of choice

To some, love is a drug. To others, it’s television, blackberries, chocolate or percocet. My preferred choice of substance is … More

A moment for moms

This morning, as I do most days, I awake with a reminder to myself not to move. Adjusting to the … More

Italian Idol

I discovered last night that only two degrees separate me from one of Italy’s top singing sensations. Well, technically three, … More

Winter Redux

Imagine. A snowstorm. Yesterday. Right here in my backyard and beyond. No matter how hard I’ve tried to stay ahead … More

The Best Way to Fall

Once in awhile I’m still asked how I fell through the bridge – details and all. I can’t remember the … More

Why Maggie Fell

The indomitable Maggie came to town yesterday with her family. She was playful as always, nibbling away, slinking into someone’s … More