hospitality (noun) 1. Cordial and generous reception of or disposition toward guests. Last week, I went on my third annual silent retreat at the Society of Saint John the Evangelist's home north of the city. I continue to be in awe of how welcoming and hospitable this monastic community is. I love living in a... Continue Reading →
Final Countdown
As my friends Europe say, it's the final countdown. Thirty days left of being in my 30s. Thirty days left to complete fifteen more birthday list items. #(#)*$@$#
V Is for Vee Vee
I'm winding up the A–Z bar list. I had brunch at Vee Vee the other day, and it was fantastic! I opted for a grapefruit mimosa instead of a beer at 11:00 am. The veggie frittata and homemade biscuit were scrumptious. ... Continue Reading →
Grandma Peg
Yesterday was the 10th anniversary of my Grandma Peg's death. She is the only grandparent with whom I had a real relationship, since my other living grandparent and step-grandparent both died when I was 13. I only saw my grandparents a few times per year, since they lived five hours away. But when I was... Continue Reading →
Ready or Not, Here They Come
I haven't switched my calendar from November to December yet. I'm not ready for the holidays, but they're sure as hell not waiting for me. Holiday cards are appearing in my mailbox and I'm attending three holiday parties this week. Everywhere I go, I run into Christmas trees and reindeer shouting, "Ready or not, here... Continue Reading →
