My mom wore my great grandfather’s golden ring for most of her life
Design Your Downtime
I believe in designing my downtime. I’ve spent plenty of days aimless, without plans, looking up from the TV to see that ten hours have […]
The Magic of Anticipation
There is magic in anticipation. My dad would always say “hunger is the best sauce” (mostly to get us to stop whining before dinner) but there is a larger truth there. For me, looking forward to something is half the pleasure. It’s why I like having plans: whether it’s for vacations a year in advance or a simple self-agenda for my weekend.
Working Through Work Fuck-Ups
Yesterday, I discovered a mistake in my work so exasperating that I ended up in frustrated tears. It was a legacy mistake, something I didn’t do myself but had been affecting my world for a few years without me knowing. Because I didn’t know. And it’s my responsibility to know. Three years ago, there was a question that didn’t get asked and it’s going to have some sucky consequences.
The Time to Inhale
Brené Brown is the closest example I have to a spiritual master. Her research on shame, vulnerability, belonging, and leadership moves my life. I watch […]
Temperature
I wish I could take my temperature
Not for my fever, but for my heart
The Mac & Cheese Betrayed Me
This last year I’ve changed my eating habits. It’s been gradual and imperfect, but for most of my life I have been a painfully picky […]
Moving Forward, Looking Back
The new life is good. It doesn’t turn back. Even if, in thin moments, I look over my shoulder.
One Ticket, Please
My world got bigger when I realized I could go to the movies by myself. I’ve always loved going to the movie theater. I loved […]
I Got My Library Card and Restored My Honor
I am now a member of the Austin Public Library. Again. Finally.