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I have been posting to this blog every day since 2005.
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The Pope is right. I don’t say that very often.
In a closed-door meeting with clergy from the Diocese of Rome late last week, Pope Read More
Say the names
I was recently standing in a hospital lobby when I spotted a wall of plaques Read More
Little slices of Death
Years ago, someone sent me this poem. I memorized it instantly, and it drifts through Read More
Shifting numbers are slighly hopeful
Time spent watching short social videos is overtaking time spent watching television or movies, according Read More
First name power
A study published in the Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization found that first names Read More
Resolution update: February 2026
Every month, I record my progress toward my yearly goals to hold myself accountable and, Read More
Autocorrect genius
Do you have access to the computer of an ICE apologist, white supremacist, right-wing zealot, Read More
My Stories
As an author, podcaster, and performer, my life is a series of stories that continue to unfold. Dive into my books, explore insightful articles, read daily musings on my blog, watch engaging videos, and tune into my podcasts. Each format offers a unique slice of my narrative adventure.
