I received an email from a woman in Cambodia a few days ago. She was a local woman living in…
Woody in Flow
Yesterday, the snow fell. So today, in the glorious sunshine, and before the white stuff gave way to mud and…
Of Landmines and Grief
A few nights ago I watched a fascinating documentary called Miss Landmine Cambodia (2009). It tells the story of a…
My Health: From Standard to The Sublime
Strange but true: I just came home from the pharmacy, where I went looking for denture cleanser. Given my overall…
No Pity (my Pain) Party Here!
A few days ago, he asked: how can you sit for up to an hour while driving, but you don’t…
The Body Tuner
In a suburban subterranean cocoon, I’m lying on my side, wrapped up in layers of starched white sheets, thick cotton…
Au revoir, Pierre
Pierre died recently, suddenly. Sadness settled into my heart when I heard of his death. And a few days ago…
One Heck of a Homecoming
After an extended period of involuntary separation, followed by a long and winding journey – from Europe, via New York…
An Unexpected Shift
Yesterday was a classic cusp-of-winter day, overcast, chilly, varying shades of gray painted on streets and peoples’ faces. Otherwise, it…
Google Exposed
Take a look at Google’s logo on its homepage today, celebrating the 115th anniversary of the first xray. Here it…