Even when I set out to write a happy, upbeat post about something I feel good about, the universe conspires to get on my nerves. During that blessed, blissful time of my day I call “when both of my kids… Continue Reading
So I’m engaged. Actually, hold that thought. Before I launch into full-on exultation, I’d just like to say “thank you.” As sentimental as this will doubtless sound, I took a lot of comfort in the warm wishes and affection of… Continue Reading
A little over a week ago, we went to visit the Better Half’s family. It was one of our niece’s birthday, and all of the various cousins were assembled. As is his wont, the Critter tore around like a madman… Continue Reading
Like anyone who enjoys good writing from a sensible person, I am looking forward to reading Tod’s dispatch from the “Values Voters Summit.” With the possible exception of the late David Foster Wallace, I can’t think of another person whose… Continue Reading
Like essentially everyone not named Krauthammer, I loved the First Lady’s speech on the opening night of the Democratic National Convention. I thought that it was warm and personal and effective. It’s probably no great surprise that I liked it,… Continue Reading
Some time ago, I was considering a position at a children’s hospital somewhere in the Midwest. While it would be overstating things to say I was a shoo-in, I was a strong candidate and I know there was enthusiasm within… Continue Reading
The state where I live has had a tumultuous relationship with marriage equality in the past few years. After a vigorous campaign on both sides of the issue (during which I worked on the pro-equality side), same-sex marriage was legalized… Continue Reading
Well, it looks like I “won” my bet. I am neither disappointed nor upset. I would have been genuinely surprised if the President had touched on marriage equality in his State of the Union with a ten-foot clown pole. Which,… Continue Reading