For the last two hours Rufus (my constant French Bulldog companion) and I have been in the midst of tornado warnings, thunderstorm warnings,...

I went to what was hands-down the strangest wedding and reception last night. For starters it was a combination wedding/reception/baby showe...

Today is my birthday. I'm 59 today and so begins the last year of my 50s. I suppose it freaks some people out, but I welcome it. A frien...

Rising before dawn is one of my most intimate joys. Sometimes those mornings seem eternal. The sunrise is a little slower. The coffee goes d...

A few days ago my friend Dan said I was "...sensible and balanced, as always," in response to a comment I'd made about my wor...