Some moments hit you out of nowhere, in the most unexpected ways. This morning, as I prepared for the usual walk to work, my son paused to make sure I was bundled up and had the right boots to avoid slipping on the ice. His thoughtfulness struck me—here […]
There’s something about the ridiculousness of lies that sometimes makes them amusing—especially when they spiral into the absurd. Case in point: Tony’s memorable line to Abby on NCIS, “You don’t bowl with nuns. I should have seen that coming.” I laughed, not just because it’s outlandish, but because […]
What skills or lessons have you learned recently? As a Gen Xer, I’ve realized there’s value in staying current on music trends, not just for nostalgia’s sake, but for practical reasons, too. Whether I’m chatting with my son, keeping up with younger colleagues, or just needing a fun […]
Invent a holiday! Explain how and why everyone should celebrate. Holidays. They’ve pretty much all been taken, right? National Dog Day, Mojito Day… you name it, there’s an “observance” for it. Even Chrismukkah is already a thing (and yes, I proudly celebrate it). But the other day, I […]
What are you most proud of in your life? In a job interview a long time ago, I was asked a question that tends to invite the cheesier side of life: “What are you most proud of?” The first thing that came to mind, without hesitation, was being […]
It’s funny how a simple scroll through Facebook can take you down a rabbit hole, tugging at your heartstrings and bringing back bittersweet memories. Today, I stumbled upon an old friend’s page—she’s been gone for five years, but her profile is still there, quietly holding on to fragments […]
What’s your favorite word? There’s a moment in *Gilmore Girls* that never fails to surprise me: Jess, the brooding rebel, gets attacked by a swan. A swan. Of all the things. It’s the kind of scene that makes you pause mid-laugh because, honestly, who ever imagines a swan […]
What positive emotion do you feel most often? Kahlil Gibran’s words resonate deeply and make me think of emotions in a non-traditional way: “Keep me away from the wisdom which does not cry, the philosophy which does not laugh and the greatness which does not bow before children.” […]
Tell us about the last thing you got excited about. The day after my son’s birthday, I can’t help but reflect on how much he’s grown into his own—a wise young man with a slight, innocent quality still lingering. He’s got that unique blend of maturity and youth […]
What positive emotion do you feel most often? Sixteen years. Sixteen years since that first cry, that first grasp of my finger, that first overwhelming wave of love. And here we are, on your 16th birthday, a milestone that feels as monumental to me as it likely does […]
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