The 2019 Gratitude List
Being told to be “grateful” is one of my hot buttons. Usually, the people who say it to me tend to have a condescending tone….
Sharks That Glow
I admit that part of me still feels a thrill of terror when seeing the trademark fin. Perhaps it’s seeing a commercial of the Jaws ride as…
Turning 28: The Things You Want
I admit my family makes birthdays special, and I appreciate them for it. As the years pass and the grey hairs increase, we do what…
Dead Men’s Memoirs: Belated Halloween Thoughts on Anthony Bourdain
I didn’t realize how much Anthony Bourdain meant to me. He always seemed like a monument of heart and stone, providing comfort and adventure. Anthony’s…
Collecting the Goals You Miss
Happy Halloween and All Saints Day! Keep an eye out for departed souls, and for spirits from last Halloween. I hope you all got some…
Dear Shimmer: An Open Letter Written last Tuesday Evening
Dear Shimmer: I am typing this on my phone while waiting to board a plane back home to Miami. My arms are going numb from…