Live With Flair

I’m learning today not to respond in exasperation or anger when people ask me to do things I don’t want to do or am unable

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