American politician and former professional basketball player Bill Bradley once remarked, “Respect your fellow human being.” I’ve been thinking a lot about those five little words lately – respect your fellow human being. I turned 47 this year – spending almost five decades living, learning, loving, losing, and hoping that
White Privileged Men Crave a Return to the Good Old Days
I’m sure you’re all aware of Politico’s leaked Supreme Court opinion outlining the possible and probable decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. For me, this is a continuing chapter in American history where white privileged men (and in this case, a woman) are trying to drag our country backward in
To Leave Home Means Different Things Throughout Your Life
“It is always sad for someone to leave home, unless they are simply going around the corner and will return in a few minutes with ice-cream sandwiches.” – Daniel Handler, American Writer and Musician. There are many reasons why someone would leave home. They’ve graduated high school and are heading
To Appreciate Food You Need to Remember It’s a Blessing
At any given time, many of us are fortunate to be able to visit our refrigerator or pantry and find an overabundance of food options to satisfy our appetites and fulfill the nutritional needs our bodies require. But did you ever ask yourself whether you appreciate food? FeedingAmerica.org reports that more
The Evolution of Priorities and Responsibilities is a Reality We Must Accept
In my early twenties, I remember spending countless hours perched upon an overstuffed chair in my bedroom, immersed in the creative process of writing poetry or song lyrics on a yellow-lined notepad. At the time, I could never dream my life would be void of this creative process, even with