On Dogs, Death, and Betrayal
I have a new dog. Now, in most homes, a new pet is cause for celebration—a new family member to love and enjoy. And yes, there IS some of that.…
Being Ernest Hemingway
Please note: I wrote this (and did the “experiment”) a few months ago. I am NOT in imminent danger of alcohol poisoning, nor do I need to be enrolled in…
Can’t We Please Speed Things Up?
I always hear people say that the world moves too fast and how much they wish they could slow things down, stop and smell the roses, yada yada yada. To…
Lady with an Ermine
One of my favorite pieces of artwork has always been Leonardo da Vinci’s painting Lady with an Ermine. I’m not sure why I like it so much. Maybe it’s because…