New favorite animal for a damn good reason
I have a new favorite animal, people. Prior to today, my favorite animal was the badger because it’s one of the only animals (other than humans) that kills for sport.But…
I have a new favorite animal, people. Prior to today, my favorite animal was the badger because it’s one of the only animals (other than humans) that kills for sport.But…
I know the film is 24 years old, but I’m still annoyed: Sid, Andy’s next door neighbor, was portrayed as the antagonist in Toy Story simply because he liked to…
On episode #57 of the Speak Up Storytelling podcast, I talk storytelling!In our followup segment, I congratulate listeners on recent successes at The Moth. Next we listen to my story about…
This shouldn’t need to be said, but based upon recent experience, it apparently needs to be said:If you’re a healthy adult sitting on a bus or subway, and there a…
I’m a fan of ending books and stories a little bit sooner than my readers and listeners would like. I like to leave some dangling threads. A few unanswered questions.…
In case you missed Trump’s speech at the Lincoln Memorial yesterday (and congratulations if you did), here are a couple highlights:Trump said:"The Continental Army suffered a bitter winner at Valley…
I’ll never understand the fascination of some people to light their own fireworks, which are always subpar in comparison to the real thing and occasionally result in serious injuries, permanent…
Thinking about writing a review of a book you enjoyed?Probably not, I know, but you should! Positive reviews help readers find books and make authors quite happy.The Other Mother, my…
Are you as confused over the adjectives for Thursday and Friday as I am?
Elysha and I are taking the kids to Disney World for a week. It will be their first time frolicking at the Magic Kingdom. I can’t wait. Elysha visited Disney…