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Category: Life & Perspective

Identity, change, relationships, the absurdities of being human

  • Back to Basics

    What’s a personal mantra or philosophy you live by? Good morning from the Grove, where the coffee is hot, the pups have had breakfast, the sun is rising, and the air outside is glorious. My personal mantra?  Words have Power. That simple idea reaches into so many parts of life. Words can comfort us, encourage…

  • Does Pineapple Belong on Pizza?

    Depends. Are you making dinner or dessert? Every time this question comes up, people divide into camps like we’re choosing the next ruler of a small, cheese-covered nation. One side declares pineapple delicious. The other acts as though a fruit escaped the salad bowl and committed a crime. I understand why pineapple and ham work…

  • Well, That Depends

    What’s the best way to explore a new city? Good morning from the Grove, where the coffee is hot, the pups are snoring, and I think the sun is rising somewhere behind the clouds and drizzle. This morning’s prompt has clearly been peeking at my search history. As I get ready for Barcelona, it’s asking:…

  • No, Actually Getting Older Doesn’t Suck, Barbara

    I was scrolling Facebook when a woman dressed up for “old person day” appeared on my screen. She had the cardigan, the scarf, the glasses perched low on her nose, and an expression that suggested she was thoroughly enjoying herself. Someone commented, “I don’t know whether to laugh, love, or cry at that. Getting older…

  • When Did My Hobby Start Owing Rent?

    What are your favorite side-hustle ideas? Good morning from the Grove, where the coffee is hot and the birds are starting to wake in the woods. October is here, and for that we are grateful. It brings with it the beauty and flavor of autumn. I don’t know. The question makes me a little sad.Not…

  • 3 Reps, & Repeat As Needed

    What are five simple exercises to do at home? It’s the last day of September, and another beautiful day is in the forecast. The coffee is hot, the Grove is looking toward fall, and Cryptid season is almost here.Today’s prompt asked for five simple exercises you can do at home. It made me think about…

  • Are You Listening?

    Which relationship has taught you the most about yourself? Good morning from the Grove, where National Coffee Day is being observed with the proper reverence. The sun is coming up on a gorgeous morning, the pups are waiting for breakfast, and today’s question is sitting beside my coffee: Which relationship has taught you the most…

  • If I Could …

    If you could start a new business right now, what would it be? Good morning from the Grove. Coffee beside me, trees just visible in the morning light outside, and today’s prompt has me imagining what I’d build if I could start over. I don’t have to think long. I’d find a piece of cozy…

  • Are There No Sacred Spaces?

    What are your best healthy eating habits? I read the morning prompt and thought, Are there no sacred spaces?“What are your best healthy eating habits?”I don’t want to write about healthy eating habits. I don’t want to read about them either. They’re everywhere already: meal planning, prepping, more vegetables, fewer carbs, less red meat, Mediterranean,…

  • Life Hacks and Other Ways I Learned My Own Operating System

    What are some life hacks that you practice? I think the essay is less about hacks and more about permission. It is a beautiful fall morning. The coffee is warm, the air has finally stopped trying to smother us, and I have already been out yard-sale surfing. That probably sounds like a life hack to…