Approaching the world with curiosity
I once read an unattributed quote that said, “You don’t have to be hopeful about the future, just curious.” Curiosity…
Small steps to happiness
If you ever feel like the weight of the world is overwhelming, you’re not alone. For many of us, it’s…
The Alabama Ramble #2: Outdoor explorations and specialty cheese in Elkmont
Wesley’s Bold and Most Furious Statement of Purpose a.k.a. The intro to the travel column. Freely skip if you’re not…
I can only give you now
A friend recently told me that she doesn’t like the phrase “I’m always here for you” because no one can…
The Alabama Ramble #1: Architectural intrigue and famous pie in Greensboro
If you’ve spent a decent amount of time outside of the South, then you’ve probably noticed that people who aren’t…
You owe people kindness
I spend a lot of time on the internet and with the pseudo-psychology and self-help boom on social media, I’ve…
A rainy day is a good day for ducks
When we’re children, everything seems like a big deal, because everything is. For a child, when something bad happens, it…
The best is yet to come
It’s 2023. It’s here. Deep breath. Look how far you’ve made it. Every year, as the new year approaches, we…
The gift of grief
This is an opinion column. Originally published at inlovewithtoday.blogspot.com A few days ago, a friend of mine passed away. Earlier…