Live With Flair

This morning, I recall Jesus’ words in the gospels when individuals approach Him. He asks, “What do you want me to do for you?” The

I find myself so happy making soup. This week, I attempt a Potato Leek Soup and a Rich and Cream Vegan Corn Chowder. I wanted

My daughters love to grab a candy cane on the way out the door, and I simply replenish the candy whenever the bouquet looks thin.

A friend reminds me of all that goes into building a life–all the influences and teachers and experiences that shape faithfulness and maturity in another

This morning I note the beauty of daily morning chores: I feed the sourdough bread starter; I brew the green tea; I stir oatmeal; I

As I washed my hands in the kitchen sink this morning, I remember I did indeed recognize a flair moment yesterday (the day I didn’t

Yesterday, I was out and about: radio interviews, meetings, concerts, and, of course, delivering Christmas cookies to the English Department since this is the last

Last night, I hosted a few neighbors for a Monday night “Soup and Stories” evening. After years of wondering what I should do next–after Monday

I invite my students to listen to, and read, David Foster Wallace’s “This is Water,” the commencement speech he delivered to graduating seniors of Kenyon

Right about now, we bake cookies almost every day till Christmas. It’s wonderful! The whole house smells like Christmas cookies. We bake cookies to keep